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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. In Chapter 22, what changed the physical landscape of the social population?
(a) Technology.
(b) Hedonism.
(c) Revolution.
(d) Literacy.

2. How does Lila feel about Phaedrus after meeting with Jamie and Fatso?
(a) She is worried about him.
(b) She feels sorry for him.
(c) She feels guilty that she angered him.
(d) She is angry at him.

3. Which of the following relationships did not appear to be the most pertinent to Lila from her childhood?
(a) Her sister.
(b) Her brother.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Her grandfather.

4. Who is Franz Boas?
(a) Lila's former lover.
(b) Dusenberry's best friend.
(c) Philosopher.
(d) Anthropology professor.

5. What does Lila contemplate swearing off forever as she makes her way back to Phaedrus?
(a) Drugs.
(b) Alcohol.
(c) Intellectualism.
(d) Men.

Short Answer Questions

1. What weapon is particularly mentioned in Chapter 22 as helping to have changed the world's outlook on war?

2. If Phaedrus allows his book to be made into a movie, what will be lost to the social pattern of values which will undoubtedly become the focus of the film?

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

4. What animal does Phaedrus use as an example of the limitations of the long-held standards of science in Chapter 8?

5. What does Phaedrus regard as being the term that encompasses the conflict between social and intellectual patterns?

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