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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Toffler characterize the society of his times?
(a) As full of appealing promises but ultimately self-destructive.
(b) As crumbling.
(c) As making progress toward widespread happiness.
(d) As out of control.

2. What is the danger in society's rate of change, in Toffler's opinion?
(a) That it might leave certain classes behind.
(b) That it might create a new split between classes.
(c) That it might create the opportunity for totalitarianism.
(d) That it might be faster than man can handle.

3. Whom does Toffler say is best equipped to teach children the old educational orientation?
(a) The state.
(b) Educated parents.
(c) Private enterprise.
(d) Schools.

4. What will be the new influence on the economy of the future?
(a) New human needs.
(b) New financial mechanisms.
(c) New forms of payment.
(d) New methods of production.

5. What would be the outcome of government agencies' involvement in change management?
(a) Models that predict human behavior in the future.
(b) Evaluative criteria for different effects on society.
(c) Snapshots of a society's values.
(d) Tools for dealing with change.

Short Answer Questions

1. What industries does Toffler say will grow in the economy of the future?

2. What is the individual's relationship with the subgroup, in Toffler's account?

3. What problem does Toffler describe for professionals in a future society?

4. What will the future entail in Toffler's account?

5. What is the benefit of cultural transience to manufacturers?

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