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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Jensen teach his creative writing class?
(a) Through lectures only.
(b) In a linear fashion.
(c) In a nonlinear fashion.
(d) Through the internet.

2. Under what religious beliefs was Jensen raised?
(a) Jewish.
(b) Buddhist.
(c) Baptist.
(d) Catholic.

3. What does Jensen ultimately believe will happen to the world because of the way humans treat it?
(a) It will be destroyed.
(b) It will be saved.
(c) It will implode.
(d) It will explode.

4. What type of pet did Jensen have as a child?
(a) A cat.
(b) A goldfish.
(c) A turtle.
(d) A dog.

5. What does Jensen's mom suggest to kill his aphid infestation?
(a) Pruned plants.
(b) Strong pesticides.
(c) Natural insecticides.
(d) Cold water wash.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was in Jensen's yard originally?

2. At what university did Jensen teach a creative writing class?

3. What is there room for in the world of economics?

4. What does Jensen list as one of the weapons used against the aboriginal people?

5. How many people speak out against violence in disciplining children on the radio talk show that Jensen listens to?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the coyote tree?

2. Describe a conversation of death.

3. In what way is high jumping therapeutic for Jensen?

4. Describe one of the ways in which Jensen says that humans justify their actions even if these actions are cruel or make no sense.

5. According to Jensen, what is the purpose of silencing?

6. What does Jensen wonder about the ladybug pupae feel?

7. What was Jensen's childhood like?

8. How does Jensen's father rationalize the fact that he beats the members of his family?

9. Why does Jensen say that economics textbooks should be written in blood?

10. What does Jensen say is one of the problems with our current economic system?

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