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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. What conflict is apparent in We The Living?
(a) Capitalism vs. Socialism.
(b) Indiivual vs. Capitalism.
(c) Individual vs. State.
(d) Collectivism vs. Government.

2. New intellectuals, says Rand, should not give into which of the following?
(a) Despair.
(b) Socialism.
(c) Happiness.
(d) Capitalism.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Attila need protection from?

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

3. Which adjective does Rand use to describe America's culture?

4. Rand suggests that a culture should be judged by which of the following?

5. What did Kant allegedly close philosophy to?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the results of collectivism in Anthem?

2. Is Howard loyal? Why or why not?

3. What kind of symbolism exists in Chapter 2?

4. Why does Howard blow up Cortlandt?

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

6. What does Rand believe the new intellectuals should do?

7. Compare Hank and Francisco.

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

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

10. Describe Ellsworth's role in the story.

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