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

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jeremy Bentham champion?

2. What kind of crime was Leo arrested for?

3. Rand states that collectivism is dead in which country?

4. What was Andrei passionate about?

5. What is the Witch Doctor's weapon?

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