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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 29-31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Frazier's description of the school system, what is the priority in teaching at Walden Two?
(a) To develop thinking and learning skills.
(b) To develop ethics and learning skills.
(c) To develop interpersonal skills.
(d) To develop ethics and thinking skills.

2. How do Walden Two's communication practices differ from the outside world?
(a) Performance and events are listed on bulletin boards instead of splashy advertisements.
(b) Events are announced at meal times.
(c) Young people take around flyers about upcoming events.
(d) A Town Crier communicates necessary information.

3. According to Frazier, how does Walden Two overcome the weaknesses of democracy?
(a) By relying on the ombudsman and disallowing dissent.
(b) By having everyone vote in the same way after canvassing their opinions.
(c) By relying on the Political Manager and gathering the ideas of members.
(d) By leaving government to experts and by emphasizing cooperation and planning.

4. According to Frazier's explanation, what effect has Walden Two's involvement in politics achieved?
(a) It has brought down a President.
(b) It has changed laws.
(c) It has cleaned up corrupt politicians.
(d) It has brought change to other States.

5. In the same discussion about family life, what significant difference between traditional marriage and marriage at Walden Two does Frazier explain?
(a) Based on research and experimentation, marriages are arranged by the leaders.
(b) Based on research and experimentation, marriages are arranged by parents.
(c) Based on research and experimentation, spouses live together before marriage.
(d) Based on research and experimentation, Walden Two spouses sleep in separate rooms.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Burris investigates the happiness of Walden Two members, what game does he see some playing?

2. Where are babies kept in the early stages of life at Walden Two?

3. According to Frazier, how do the child-rearing practices affect the development of the children?

4. What further explanation does Frazier give about Walden Two's philosophy regarding emotional expression?

5. When Roger and Barbara join the others for breakfast, how does Barbara stand out from the visitors?

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