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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, For the New Intellectual.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In a dying society, how many choices does Rand say individuals have?
(a) One.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) Too many to count.

2. Rand states that collectivism is dead in which country?
(a) Japan.
(b) France.
(c) Greece.
(d) USA.

3. The goal of this book is to do which of the following, according to Rand?
(a) Present new information.
(b) Share a fictional story for pleasure.
(c) Alarm Americans.
(d) Remind readers of a past warning.

4. What does Rand describe as being man's only tool of knowledge?
(a) The mind.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Physical strength.
(d) Eagerness.

5. Rand suggests that a nation's bodyguards are which type of people?
(a) The military.
(b) Intellectuals.
(c) Those who are physically strongest.
(d) Government officials.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which period did capitalism arise?

2. What country does Rand believe is deluding itself?

3. New intellectuals, says Rand, should not give into which of the following?

4. What kind of relationship does Rand describe the archetypes Attila and Witch Doctor as having?

5. What is the Witch Doctor's weapon?

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