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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 self-esteem provide a person with according to Branden?
(a) Superiority complexes.
(b) Surrender.
(c) Control.
(d) Happiness.

2. Rand believes that altruism has destroyed the concept of authentic __________ among men.
(a) Generousity.
(b) Friendship.
(c) Benevolence.
(d) Companionship.

3. According to Rand, what people define the standards for "good" in a society?
(a) Powerful.
(b) Wise.
(c) Strong.
(d) Religious.

4. Rand believes that because of altruism, what is the only reason people help others?
(a) Fame.
(b) Public Recognition.
(c) Obligation.
(d) Guilt.

5. What is the enemy of Individualism according to Rand and the objectivist theory?
(a) Socialism.
(b) Altruism.
(c) Capitalism.
(d) Mysticism.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Branden, which word is intellectually confused with "selfishness?"

2. According to Branden, which concept is used by Mystics to encourage human self-sacrifice?

3. According to Rand, compromise is similar to what?

4. Which of the following words is not included in those Rand uses to describe desire?

5. According to Branden, what must human beings have in order to have pleasure?

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