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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, We the Living.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The injunction not to judge shows the climax of which of the following, according to Rand?
(a) Altruism.
(b) Capitalism.
(c) Happiness.
(d) Socialism.

2. Rand suggests that a culture should be judged by which of the following?
(a) Its dominant philosophy.
(b) Its least intelligent people.
(c) Its number of high-profile careers.
(d) Its most intelligent people.

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

4. What does Rand believe capitalism wiped out?
(a) Happiness.
(b) Slavery.
(c) Morality.
(d) Hard work.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What adjective does Rand use to describe the USA's founding fathers?

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

3. Rand suggests that a nation's bodyguards are which type of people?

4. What does Attila need protection from?

5. Rand says that new intellectuals must acquire which of the following?

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