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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, "Our Relations and Theirs".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT said to be lacking in Herland's literature?
(a) Adventure.
(b) Jealousy.
(c) Sexual motivation.
(d) Bloodlust.

2. What do the men have a hard time conveying their ideas about to the women they are courting?
(a) Religion.
(b) Leaving Herland.
(c) Relationships.
(d) Families.

3. Why did some women in Herland choose not to have children?
(a) They fear the pain of childbirth.
(b) They fear witnessing their child's death.
(c) The population threatened to outgrow their resources.
(d) They do not like children.

4. What is set out for each man at their tables in Chapter 3?
(a) Books.
(b) Linens.
(c) Maps.
(d) Clothing.

5. What aspect of Herland culture has been simplified for the sake of the children?
(a) The coming of age rituals.
(b) The religious practices.
(c) The language.
(d) The way people dress.

Short Answer Questions

1. As far as Terry is concerned, what are the only women worth knowing?

2. Who are children raised by after the age of one or two?

3. What does Vandyke note the children in Herland never do?

4. What does Vandyck believe is the men's best hope for freedom?

5. What was the butterfly Ellador caught a danger to?

(see the answer key)

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