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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 2000, what work group performs tasks such as cleaning and cooking?

2. How many grades per work group exist?

3. How many distribution centers does each ward have?

4. Who does the narrator live with in 1887?

5. How old is the narrator?

Short Essay Questions

1. What will Julian's role be in this society?

2. How is corruption eliminated in the 2000 society?

3. What does Julian find when he wakes up in Chapter 28?

4. Edith is curious about how women shopped in the 19th century. What does Julian say about this?

5. The Leetes take Julian to the dining hall. Describe this experience.

6. How does international trade work in 2000?

7. What options do citizens have to practice their religion?

8. Why are savings no longer necessary?

9. Why does Julian think he would fail to answer the question of how the nation supports all citizens, had he been back in 1887 and was explaining this system to his friends?

10. What does Dr. Leete suggest would happen if people from the 19th century had leisure time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Distribution of good is must different in 2000 then it was in 1887. Provide examples of these difference and discuss why the 2000 system is more efficient. Would this system be practical in today's society?

Essay Topic 2

The educational system between the 19th and 20th centuries is profoundly different. Discuss the three principles of the educational system of the 20th century. How does these compare to the educational system of the 19th century? In your opinion, is the educational system of the 20th century as presented in this book practical?

Essay Topic 3

Women are not mentioned until late in the book. What is the purpose of this strategy? What is Julian's reaction to women in this society? In asking many questions about women in this society, what is Julian's underlying motive? Explain your answer.

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