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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 3 "White Blackmail".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Bertram Scudder, editor of "The Future" magazine, characterize Hank Rearden?
(a) As an alligator.
(b) As a great philanthropist.
(c) As a shark.
(d) As an octopus.

2. Why will Amalgamated Switch and Signal Company not complete Dagny's order for switches and signals on the Colorado line?
(a) They cannot get the steel they need.
(b) Too many people are opposed to Rearden metal.
(c) They believe she cannot pay for the items.
(d) They made a deal with Jim Taggart not to supply the equipment.

3. What is the cryptic question that sets the mood of suspense in ATLAS SHRUGGED?
(a) Where have all the flowers gone?
(b) What happened to New York City?
(c) Who is John Galt?
(d) Where in the world is Dagny Taggert?

4. What is the surprising question Francisco poses to Dagny at the wedding reception?
(a) Don't you want to know now: Who is John Galt?
(b) Don't you want to tell Lillian about your affair with her husband?
(c) Have you met John Galt?
(d) Did you get permission to use John Galt's name on your new railroad line?

5. What is the symbolism of Francisco lying on the floor with his arms spread out to his sides?
(a) His confused state of mind.
(b) Sacrifice for what he believes in.
(c) His dream of flying.
(d) Making his pain go away.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When a reporter asks Dagny, "Who is John Galt?" what is her answer?

3. What does Rand mean by the title, "White Blackmail"?

4. What is Mouch's new job after he resigns as Rearden's Washington lobbyist?

5. Where does Dagny plan to start the first run of the John Galt Line?

(see the answer key)

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