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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Making Decisions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does Miller believe that the game of chess and life have in common?
(a) Chess and life do not have anything in common.
(b) Both require strategy and patience.
(c) Both have rules.
(d) Both require the use of a clock.

2. Where is Miller offered a home when living in Boring, Oregon?
(a) In a trailer with coworkers.
(b) In an apartment with friends.
(c) In a house shared with an elderly person.
(d) In a garage apartment at the MacMurrays.

3. According to Miller, what lesson is a father responsible for instilling in a young child?
(a) That the world is unfair.
(b) The difference between right and wrong.
(c) That the child's existence makes an impact in the world.
(d) That the child is worthless.

4. Who gives Miller the key to his new home?
(a) Elle MacMurray.
(b) Cassie MacMurray.
(c) Terri MacMurray.
(d) John MacMurray.

5. Which of the following does not help Miller make successful and wise decisions?
(a) Following through on the steps.
(b) Breaking goals into steps.
(c) Willpower alone.
(d) Developing goals.

Short Answer Questions

1. Chapter 1 emphasizes what difficulties for boys who grow up without fathers?

2. As a child, what type of clubs does Miller think men participated in?

3. Miller's mother attempts to find father figures for her son by involving him in which community organization?

4. According to Miller, wise moves will pay off, but what can they not do?

5. Why does Miller join a church in Boring, Oregon?

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