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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the authors, what will Boomers' old age be full of?

2. If Americans miss opportunities for accomplishment, how do the authors say they are incorrectly viewing history?

3. What should Americans avoid "today" according to the authors?

4. In pre-crisis years, how do the authors predict people will feel about government benefits?

5. According to the authors, what might happen if Americans weather our Fourth Turning well?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Research the authors' backgrounds. Did their background influence the writing of this book in any way? Why?

Essay Topic 2

What questions do the variations in social indicators raise about general American culture? Can the questions be answered? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Is the Gray Champion important to the overall cycle of time? How?

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