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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 13 | Part 1, Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Dean consider Roark to be insubordinate?
(a) Roark prefers swimming to paying attention in class.
(b) He thinks Roark's buildings are unsafe.
(c) He fears that Roark might get his job.
(d) Roark refuses to accept only the classical styles that the school teaches.

2. Francon and Toomey agree about architecture for what reason?
(a) They both see architecture as having certain bounds and limitations.
(b) They both believe in capitalism.
(c) They both predict radical changes in how buildings are built.
(d) They are both socialists.

3. What was the result of Dominique's articles on the slums?
(a) The landlords lower the rent on the slums.
(b) Dominique gets a new job in slum welfare.
(c) The landlords sell the slums.
(d) Waynand refuses to buy the slums.

4. What indicates that John Eric Snyte regretted firing Roark?
(a) He wants to please Austen Heller who likes Roark.
(b) He believes he can control Roark if he is working for Snyte's firm.
(c) He tries to lure him back into his firm with an offer of more money.
(d) He now believes that Roark will become the greatest architect of the day.

5. Where does Peter finally get to meet Dominique?
(a) At a rally where Ellsworth Toohey is speaking
(b) At a party given by Kiki Holcombe
(c) In her father's office
(d) At the opening of his latest building

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Peter learn from Francon?

2. When Peter feels the stress of the strike, where does he go with Katie?

3. What is Roark's philosophy about designing a building?

4. What does Jimmy Gowans want Roark to design and build for him?

5. What does Roark do to help Peter?

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