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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. Before Hank Rearden, Dagny has had only one lover. She will not tell Rearden his name. Who was he?
(a) John Galt
(b) Eddie Willers
(c) Ragnar Danneskjtzld
(d) Francisco d'Anconia

2. How does Lillian describe the bracelet?
(a) As an early anniversary present from Hank.
(b) Something made from the same thing as railroad rails and soup kettles.
(c) As the only gift Hank has ever given her.
(d) As a unique piece of jewelry that everyone in New York will envy.

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

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

5. Dr. Potter of the State Science Institute threatens Rearden who pretends not to understand his threats. Why?
(a) If he did, he would cancel his business plans.
(b) If he did, he would have to give Rearden Metal to the government.
(c) If he did, he would take his product off the market.
(d) If he did, he would have to kill Potter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Ayn Rand's objection to majority rule as put forth by the National Alliance of Railroads?

2. When Hank Rearden learns that the legislature has passed the Equalization of Opportunity Bill, what does he learn from Mouch, his lobbyist in Washington?

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

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

5. How does Rand show James Taggart's opportunism after the success of the John Galt Line?

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