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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, "The Psychology of Pleasure", Nathaniel Branden (1964).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although Rand does not support altruistic belief, she does not ______against it.
(a) Attack.
(b) Speak.
(c) Rebel.
(d) Act.

2. According to the principles of selfishness, what would be the correct route for convincing an employer that you are the proper candidate for a job?
(a) Flatter your prospective employer.
(b) Explain your competence.
(c) Only apply for a job in which you are extremely over-qualified.
(d) Tell the employer of your competitor's incompetence.

3. What is it impossible to pursue in a "non-free" society?
(a) Establishment.
(b) Equality.
(c) Total freedom.
(d) Rational interests.

4. From the altruist perspective, saving the life of a stranger is equivalent to saving the life of _________.
(a) Yourself.
(b) All humans.
(c) A loved one.
(d) God.

5. Which of the following does not fall into the category of what Branden would consider a proper avenue for seeking pleasure?
(a) Working on a project.
(b) Watching television.
(c) Writing a song.
(d) Painting.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is necessary for the existence of self-esteem according to Branden?

2. What type of scheme does Branden's essay on Mental Health versus Mysticism attempt to illustrate?

3. Which of the following vocabulary words were not defined in Branden's essay on Mental Health versus Mysticism?

4. What basis are you acting on If you audition for a Broadway show, you are a poor singer, but you have always have wanted to sing?

5. Which of the following is not included in the hierarchy Rand gives in the objectivist evaluation of committing an act of good will?

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