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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapters 16-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "_____ is the primary empirical reality of the world."
(a) Values.
(b) Morals.
(c) Anthropology.
(d) Quality.

2. Along with the wind, what brings about Lila's breakdown at the end of Chapter 10?
(a) A crippling headache.
(b) Engine roar.
(c) Drinking.
(d) Police lights.

3. Where does the hallucination of Lila's dog lead her at the end of Chapter 23?
(a) The boat.
(b) The bar.
(c) The hospital.
(d) The police station.

4. According to the Metaphysics of Quality, what theory is used in conjunction with the idea of life generally having a purpose in regards to Phaedrus' ideas on static versus dynamic Quality?
(a) Gravity.
(b) Death.
(c) Afterlife.
(d) Evolution.

5. Although "static good" is the opposite of "dynamic good," static must exist or else the dynamic would turn into ____.
(a) Apathy.
(b) Evil.
(c) Static.
(d) Chaos.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Rigel claim Phaedrus keeps people from properly analyzing his work?

2. How does Jamie react to Lila's offer to bring him on board as a crew member?

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

4. Why does Phaedrus consider himself to part of the hulking "Giant" from Chapter 17?

5. Of what were the Victorians apparently ignorant during the onset of World War I?

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