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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 5 "The Climax of the D'Anconias".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. A theme that runs throughout ATLAS SHRUGGED is one which shows strength and character outside but emptiness and moral corruption inside. What metaphor does Ayn Rand use to illustrate this idea?
(a) The engine of a Taggart train.
(b) The flaws in Rearden steel.
(c) The deteriorization of New York City.
(d) The old oak tree that was struck by lightning.

2. How does Rand indicate that Wesley Mouch, Rearden's Washington lobbyist, may not be working in Rearden's interest?
(a) He never goes to his office in Washington.
(b) He is at a meeting with Dagny and Owen Kellogg.
(c) He is at a meeting with Orren Boyle, James Taggart, and Paul Larkin.
(d) He cannot get in to see the President of the United States.

3. What decision does Dagny make when she is nine years old?
(a) To study in Paris.
(b) To run Taggart Rail Lines.
(c) To marry Eddie Willers.
(d) To become a fashion model.

4. When Dagny stops at a newsstand buy cigarettes, what is the last thing the vendor says to her?
(a) Oh well, next time I'll save you a paper.
(b) Oh well, we'll have your cigarettes tomorrow.
(c) Oh well, you need to stop smoking anyway.
(d) Oh well, who is John Galt?

5. What was Francisco's nickname for Dagny when they were children?
(a) Mouse
(b) Slug
(c) Pest
(d) Daggy

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the National Alliance of Railroads pass to eliminate competition?

2. What is the lie that James Taggart tells the Board of Taggert Railroad?

3. What does "the chain" represent to Henry Rearden?

4. What does Dagny object to about the San Sebastian Line?

5. What is the image Francisco d'Anconia has in the public eye?

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