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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Chapters 1-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. By Phaedrus's reckoning on the nature of Rigel's approach to morality, what was the natural effect of World War I?
(a) World War II.
(b) Prohibition.
(c) The revolutionary sixties.
(d) The Roaring 20s.

2. Upon what basis must morals be analyzed in order to glean the greatest precision?
(a) Spirituality.
(b) Evolution.
(c) Ethics.
(d) Reason.

3. Why does Phaedrus believe his book will be derided by the anthropology community?
(a) He mocked Dusenberry.
(b) He is a student of Boas.
(c) He does not adhere to the community's rules.
(d) He is known for a past, accidental plagiarism.

4. To what ceremony does Phaedrus accompany Dusenberry in Chapter 3?
(a) Quienceanera.
(b) Betrothal feast.
(c) Tea ceremony.
(d) A vision quest.

5. Why does Phaedrus believe his "Metaphysics of Quality" is a more accurate viewpoint of the world?
(a) It is more understandable to the average person.
(b) It allows for everyone to bring in their own ideas.
(c) It is more inclusive.
(d) It is less decisive.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Phaedrus believe to be the originator of the American lifestyle?

2. At what college is Verne Dusenberry an associate professor?

3. How does the Zuni brujo encompass the idea of "dynamic good"?

4. With what concept in anthropology does Dusenberry find fault?

5. What do Lila and Phaedrus do in Chapter 15?

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