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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, "Doesn't Life Require Compromise?" Ayn Rand (1962).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rand claim about the existence of compromise?
(a) That there is no compromise.
(b) That it can only exist with very rational people.
(c) That it paves the way toward human reason.
(d) That it is possible.

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

3. Branden states in his essay, "The Psychology of Pleasure" that pleasure is not a _________, but a psychological need.
(a) Whim.
(b) Luxury.
(c) Necessity.
(d) Right.

4. What must one have before being able to find meaningful relationships with others?
(a) Morality.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Self interest.
(d) Self worth.

5. No one ever really sacrifices oneself because every direct action is motivated by a person's desire. What does Branden say about this statement?
(a) That is needs to be proven.
(b) That it is absolutely incorrect.
(c) That it is faulty.
(d) That it is absolutely correct.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Ayn Rand defines value as something that a person believes is necessary to do what?

3. According to Rand, what does an act of good will require in the eyes of an altruist?

4. Finish the statement. "A" is _________.

5. If a person saves a stranger from a burning building at the risk of their own life, then that person is acting upon which principles?

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