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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. Why does Rigel claim Phaedrus keeps people from properly analyzing his work?
(a) Phaedrus does not define Quality.
(b) Phaedrus presents his work as fiction.
(c) Phaedrus refuses to discuss his first book.
(d) Phaedrus hides under an assumed name.

2. Why does Lila leave her boyfriend?
(a) She falls in love with Phaedrus.
(b) She is bored with him.
(c) He beats her.
(d) He is cheating on her.

3. What is the importance of "dynamic good"?
(a) A culture cannot be allowed to denigrate another culture.
(b) A culture must be able to judge a person's values based on the traditions of their society.
(c) A culture must actively fight for their traditions.
(d) A culture must adopt new ideals in order to continue evolving.

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

5. According to Phaedrus, who attempts to imitate American Indians?
(a) Religious leaders.
(b) Pilgrims.
(c) Frontier men.
(d) Politicians.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why must the "first division" be completely correct?

2. Where did Phaedrus meet Lila?

3. Which of the following is not one of the static patterns of value?

4. Why are values not considered to be a proper platform for a scientific analysis?

5. When discussing "Patterns of Culture," how was the outcast Zuni labeled by his people?

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