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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 9, Erica determines that society is a series of overlying what?
(a) Ideologies.
(b) Networks.
(c) Interests.
(d) Incentives.

2. Which of the following is an activity that Harold and Erica put off because of their busy schedules in Chapter 14?
(a) Fixing cracked windows.
(b) Cleaning gutters.
(c) Changing light bulbs.
(d) Buying new groceries.

3. In Chapter 3, Julia calls Harold half cupid, half what?
(a) Storm trooper.
(b) Black hole.
(c) Lord Fontleroy.
(d) Professor.

4. In her junior and senior years, what does Erica put at the center of her focus in order to control her temper?
(a) Her emotions.
(b) Her objective.
(c) Her task.
(d) Her happiness.

5. How does Erica's school respond to her tennis match tantrum in Chapter 8?
(a) They have a school meeting.
(b) They put her on academic probation.
(c) They kick her off the team.
(d) They expel her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who eventually defends Erica's choice to leave for college in Chapter 9?

2. According to Brooks in Chapter 9, modern social scientists say that geniuses are what?

3. What does Brooks call the new stage of life?

4. What disorder does Amy have?

5. Which of the following ridiculous items is listed in the homework requirements in Chapter 5?

(see the answer key)

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