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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 old oak tree that was struck by lightning.
(b) The flaws in Rearden steel.
(c) The engine of a Taggart train.
(d) The deteriorization of New York City.

2. Atlas is the Greek god who holds the world on his shoulders. In the novel, who is "Atlas"?
(a) Billionaires like Francisco d'Anconia.
(b) Industrialists like Dagny and Rearden
(c) The common people.
(d) The National Alliance of Railroads

3. Who is almost single handedly responsible for opening up trade in Colorado?
(a) Jim Taggart
(b) Paul Larkin
(c) Ellis Wyatt
(d) Hank Rearden

4. What game does Francisco play with the Mexican government and the American stockholders in the San Sebastian Mines?
(a) He knows the mines are worthless and wants to watch them go down with their own greed.
(b) He plays charades but no one can guess his subject.
(c) He plays poker with the Mexican President in a winner-take-all game.
(d) He plays a game of marbles on the hotel room floor.

5. What did the National Alliance of Railroads pass to eliminate competition?
(a) Anti-dog-eat-dog Rule
(b) Anti-cooperation Rule
(c) Every man for himself Rule
(d) Local and Transcontinental Rule

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Francisco when he took over d'Anconia Copper Mines?

2. Why does Phillip want cash instead of a check for Rearden's contribution to Friends of Global Progress?

3. What is "the chain"?

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

5. How does the organization, Friends of Global Progress, view Rearden Steel?

(see the answer key)

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