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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III, Chapters 24-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 12, how does Phaedrus define the purpose behind everything in life?
(a) Survival.
(b) A search for spirituality.
(c) Ethical activities.
(d) A constant competition between elements.

2. By Phaedrus's reasoning in Chapter 15, in condemning ______, static biological antagonism is condemned to intellectual quality only.
(a) Abstinence.
(b) Ethics.
(c) Sexuality.
(d) Physical fitness.

3. According to Phaedrus, what concerns philosophers that average people would consider trivial?
(a) Puzzles.
(b) Human behavior.
(c) Morality.
(d) Spirituality.

4. What animal does Phaedrus use as an example of the limitations of the long-held standards of science in Chapter 8?
(a) The kangaroo.
(b) The horse.
(c) The dinosaur.
(d) The platypus.

5. How does Jamie react to Lila's offer to bring him on board as a crew member?
(a) He finds it humorous.
(b) Offended.
(c) Intimidated.
(d) Thrilled.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rigel advise Phaedrus to do after Jamie threatens to call the cops?

2. What is the name of the disgraced genius who Phaedrus discovers shared his ideas on the role of American Indians to the American lifestyle?

3. What does Phaedrus listen to on the radio as he sails away from the marina in Chapter 28?

4. Upon what basis must morals be analyzed in order to glean the greatest precision?

5. What is Dharmakaya light?

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