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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8: The Redness of the Map.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In O'Connell's mind, the question still remains about whether taking what action in modern times is an act of hope or an act of sacrifice?
(a) Having children.
(b) Going to college.
(c) Saving for retirement.
(d) Buying a home.

2. How many theories does O'Connell have about the correlation between doomsday preppers and their sunglasses?
(a) 3.
(b) 1.
(c) 0.
(d) 2.

3. What type of landmark is Mount Eden, the location to which Anthony took O'Connell immediately upon picking him up at the airport?
(a) A volcano.
(b) A historic landmark.
(c) A nature reserve.
(d) A toxic waste site.

4. When O'Connell considers the impossibility of protecting his children from disturbing thoughts all the time, he uses an example featuring which of his family members?
(a) His niece.
(b) His cousin.
(c) His brother.
(d) His son.

5. What is the first name of the professional named Dr. Pinker discussed by O'Connell?
(a) Jeffrey.
(b) Lamar.
(c) Michael.
(d) Steven.

Short Answer Questions

1. O'Connell realized during the tour that both he and what other person were looking to exploit the Chernobyl site?

2. O'Connell concludes in Chapter 2: Preparations that rather than preparing for their fears, doomsday preppers are preparing for their what?

3. What is NOT a quality O'Connell attributes to the old man he saw dancing while stopped at a red light in Glendale?

4. O'Connell depicts a time when he investigated a special niche of what sector?

5. For what length of time did O'Connell immerse himself in the online world of doomsday prepping?

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