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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapters IV, V and VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the writer state he would like his own will to coincide with?
(a) His understanding of the world.
(b) His normal interests.
(c) His education.
(d) The majority.

2. What type of act does the writer state everyone will commit and thus betray themselves?
(a) A selfish act.
(b) A kind act.
(c) Revenge.
(d) A ludicrous act.

3. What does the writer say can be assumed about men who roar like bulls?
(a) They are sick.
(b) They earn respect.
(c) They do not abide by the laws of nature.
(d) They are truly cowards.

4. In Part 1, Chapter 3, the writer again discusses the wall and suggests how various types of people may perceive the wall. What does he say that some people do when they are faced with the wall?
(a) Consult with nature about its existence.
(b) Blame others for its existence.
(c) Blame themselves for its existence.
(d) Rebel against nature because of its existence.

5. How does the writer feel about a man of action?
(a) He envies him.
(b) He despises him.
(c) He feels sorry for him.
(d) He feels there is no need for him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the writer say irrationality stems from?

2. What does the writer compare his writings to?

3. How does the writer define desire?

4. What does the writer suggest is the result of these feelings about the wall?

5. What is the human characteristic based on?

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