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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What conflict is apparent in We The Living?

4. Who delivers a speech in We The Living?

5. What does Rand describe socialism as a revolt against?

Short Essay Questions

1. What kind of symbolism exists in Chapter 2?

2. Why does Howard blow up Cortlandt?

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

4. Describe the two choices Rand presents for a dying society.

5. Is Howard loyal? Why or why not?

6. Why is the title Anthem significant?

7. Who is Howard Roark?

8. What does Howard think the root of evil is?

9. Describe Howard's view of collectivists.

10. How does Rand describe capitalism?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the role of capitalism in the societies that Rand describes. Discuss the diction Rand uses to describe capitalism.

Essay Topic 2

Rand defends the concept of self-interest, especially in Atlas Shrugged. How does Rand defend self-interest? What kind of self-interest does she defend, if so? Is this a good thing or a bad thing?

Essay Topic 3

What is Rand's purpose in writing For the New Intellectual? How do you know? Is the purpose clear and straightforward? Why or why not?

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