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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 9 "The Sacred and the Profane".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. James and Cherryl begin their unlikely romance. Where does James meet her?
(a) Friends introduce them.
(b) In a dime store.
(c) At a cocktail party.
(d) At the train station.

2. What caused Francisco's ancestor out of Spain to Argentina where he became wealthy as a copper miner?
(a) The Potato Famine.
(b) The French Revolution.
(c) The Spanish Inquisition.
(d) The Spanish Revolution.

3. What is Ayn Rand's objection to majority rule as put forth by the National Alliance of Railroads?
(a) It can be used to stifle competition, capitalism, and individualism.
(b) It puts decision making in the hands of uneducted people.
(c) It is not a true socialist idea.
(d) It does not go far enough to protect everyone.

4. What is the purpose of the party Lillian plans to give in three months?
(a) A fund raiser for underprivileged children.
(b) Their wedding anniversary.
(c) Their social obligation to Dagny Taggart.
(d) A celebration of Rearden metal.

5. When Dagny demands that Francisco tell her why Ellis Wyatt will be wiped out in Colorado, why does he refuse to tell her?
(a) He says he wants to take over the oil industry.
(b) He says only John Galt knows for sure.
(c) He says she is not ready to hear the answer.
(d) He says she already knows.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Lillian describe the bracelet?

2. What does Hank Rearden's mother suggest is Phillip's qualification to work for Rearden Metal?

3. What was Francisco's nickname for Dagny when they were children?

4. What is so revolutionary about the motor that never went into production?

5. Why will Amalgamated Switch and Signal Company not complete Dagny's order for switches and signals on the Colorado line?

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