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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, The First Turning, American High (1946-1964).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to individualism during the Third Turning according to the authors?
(a) It deteriorates.
(b) It grows strong.
(c) It remains stagnant.
(d) It weakens.

2. What do young adults act like in the general cycle of life according to the authors?
(a) Conservative.
(b) Useless.
(c) Tired.
(d) Vital.

3. How often does each saeculum in the United States last?
(a) 80-100 years.
(b) We don't know yet.
(c) A decade.
(d) 150-200 years.

4. What will happen with a revolutionary change?
(a) Conflicts resolve themselves.
(b) Old money will disappear.
(c) New educations will form.
(d) A new gray champion.

5. What describes the Baby Boomers' educations according to the authors?
(a) Excellent.
(b) Poor.
(c) Sub-par.
(d) Nonexistent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What comprises the First Turning according to the authors?

2. How did the Lost Generation treat social life?

3. What should Americans expect concerning living standards in the future according to the authors?

4. What do elders do in the general cycle of life according to the authors?

5. What are examples of social indicators?

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