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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Andrei viewed citizens in what way?
(a) As angry mobs.
(b) As piles of flesh.
(c) As worker ants.
(d) As leeches.

3. Why does Kira have a love affair with somebody she does not like?
(a) To convince the man to appreciate capitalism.
(b) To increase freedom for society.
(c) To become free.
(d) To get money.

4. Who is the man that Kira wants to save?
(a) Andrei.
(b) Hank.
(c) Howard.
(d) Leo.

5. Rand states that to oppose views, one need which of the following?
(a) Emotions.
(b) Morals.
(c) Faith.
(d) Philosophy.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What country does Rand believe is deluding itself?

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

4. What did Kant allegedly close philosophy to?

5. Rand describes perception as which of the following?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the major themes in Atlas Shrugged?

2. What is the main goal of the man in Anthem?

3. Why is the title Anthem significant?

4. What is the purpose of For the New Intellectual?

5. What role does Rand describe industrialists as having?

6. What role do the archetypes Attila and Witch Doctor play?

7. Why does Francisco say that money is society's virtue?

8. What advice does Rand give to the new intellectuals?

9. What are the results of collectivism in Anthem?

10. What role does Andrei play in making an argument for Rand's claims?

(see the answer keys)

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