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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, The First Turning, American High (1946-1964).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has the Third Turning brought to living standards?
(a) Conflict.
(b) Danger.
(c) Tragedy.
(d) Improvements.

2. What happens to individualism during the Third Turning according to the authors?
(a) It weakens.
(b) It grows strong.
(c) It deteriorates.
(d) It remains stagnant.

3. When does a generation come to be recognized?
(a) When it finishes school.
(b) When it has power.
(c) When it reproduces.
(d) When it reaches young adulthood.

4. What does a gray champion tell about a time period?
(a) The period gave hope to many.
(b) The period was one of wealth.
(c) The period had many accomplishments.
(d) The period was one of great peril.

5. When was Generation X discovered?
(a) 1984.
(b) 1999.
(c) 1992.
(d) 1990.

Short Answer Questions

1. What influences Americans' view of the First Turning according to the authors?

2. What happens in 'chaotic time' according to the authors?

3. What happens to the New Prophets during the First Turning?

4. What happens during a first turning?

5. What comprises the Second Turning according to the authors?

(see the answer key)

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