1. In the former hotel suite of Francisco d'Anconia, what is the subtle meaning of that location when Rearden meets Mouch and the "Washington boys"?
(a) It shames Rearden because he can no longer afford such luxury.
(b) It shows high regard for Francisco and all he stands for.
(c) It demonstrates the equality of the bosses and the people.
(d) In a socialist society, those in power do not give up luxuries.

2. What is "the chain"?
(a) A bracelet made from the first pouring of Rearden metal.
(b) The weakest link in Rearden's new metal.
(c) A means of restraining railroad workers.
(d) The imprisonment of Hank's family.

3. What does Danneskjtzld leave behind when he disappears into the darkness?
(a) A bar of gold
(b) Another gun for Hank to carry
(c) The number to a bank account
(d) His calling card

4. Why do Hank and Dagny try to find the old Twentieth Century Motor company?
(a) They are looking for a new car.
(b) The are looking for usable parts for diesel engines.
(c) They are looking for new headquarters for Rearden Metal.
(d) They are looking for scrap iron.

5. Who does Dagny discover is working for her as a common laborer?
(a) John Galt
(b) Ragnar Danneskjtzld
(c) Eddie Willers
(d) Cuffy Meigs

Short Answer 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?

2. Dagny wants to build a narrow gauge railroad in the valley and then changes her mind. Why?

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

4. How does Lillian describe the bracelet?

5. What does Francisco d'Anconia say the socialists will use to replace "the aristocracy of money"?

(see the answer key)

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