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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Chapters VIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the writer describe a man of action?
(a) A classy member of society.
(b) Normal.
(c) Extraordinary.
(d) A leader.

2. The writer eventually comes to terms with his illness. As he does so, what does he decide about the illness?
(a) It is just something to live with.
(b) It is curable with willpower.
(c) It is not unlike other men's illnesses.
(d) It is his normal condition.

3. How does the writer regard these feelings about the wall?
(a) They are incorrect.
(b) They are correct.
(c) They are preposterous.
(d) They are curious.

4. In Part 1, Chapter 2, the writer describes the attitudes men have toward their own illness. What does the writer say about his own and others' attitudes toward their illnesses?
(a) They keep their illness a secret.
(b) They are ashamed of their illnesses.
(c) They flaunt their illnesses.
(d) They take pride in them.

5. How long has the writer been underground?
(a) 30 years.
(b) 40 years.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 20 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the writer describe the current state of the world?

2. In Part I, Chapter 1, what does the writer say about himself?

3. What type of person does the writer think could not desire something that is to his disadvantage?

4. What does the writer think of being defined as a lazy fellow?

5. What does the writer say he would like to become?

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