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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. What kind of relationship does Rand describe the archetypes Attila and Witch Doctor as having?
(a) They are enemies.
(b) They are linked romantically.
(c) They are not affiliated.
(d) They are allies.

2. The chief intellectual, according to Rand, is which type of person?
(a) Scientist.
(b) Teacher.
(c) Philosopher.
(d) Doctor.

3. In which period did capitalism arise?
(a) 19th century.
(b) 20th century.
(c) 18th century.
(d) 17th century.

4. Who does Rand describe as a soldier of liberty?
(a) Average citizen.
(b) Teacher.
(c) Politician.
(d) Businessman.

5. What does Rand describe socialism as a revolt against?
(a) Capitalism.
(b) Emotion.
(c) Freedom.
(d) Happiness.

Short Answer Questions

1. In a dying society, how many choices does Rand say individuals have?

2. Rand states that the only tools of cognition are not which of the following?

3. What did Kant allegedly close philosophy to?

4. The injunction not to judge shows the climax of which of the following, according to Rand?

5. The goal of this book is to do which of the following, according to Rand?

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