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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 10 "The Sign of the Dollar".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How did the Sternes say they tried to run Twentieth Century Motors?
(a) Imposing great penalties on those who made mistakes.
(b) Never criticizing anyone for a mistake or cost overrun.
(c) By paying the best salaries in the industry.
(d) From each according to his ability, to each according to his need.

3. Because of the Equity of Distribution Law, there is now a Deputy Director of Distribution handling all of Rearden Metal's orders. What is his nickname?
(a) The Terminator
(b) The Wet Nurse
(c) The Enforcer
(d) D-three

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

5. What does Phillip want to leave Henry's house?
(a) Money to start a business.
(b) Controlling interest in Rearden Metal stock.
(c) A new car.
(d) Paid up tuition to Harvard.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Rearden's suggestion to Dagny about giving in to the state?

2. What is the meaning of "Wyatt's torch"?

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

4. When Kellogg gives Dagny a cigarette marked with the $ sign, why does he give her an entire pack of the cigarettes?

5. How does Dr. Ferris explain to Rearden the many laws that are being passed by the State?

(see the answer key)

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