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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Chapters 92 - 95.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which ancient philosopher is the topic of Chapter 77?
(a) Aristophanes.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Plato.
(d) Socrates.

2. What is the collective title for Arnheim and Diotima's activities?
(a) The Aristocratic Collective.
(b) The Coalition of Concerned Intellectuals.
(c) The Creative Coalition.
(d) The Collateral Campaign.

3. According to the author, why are some writers' situations strange?
(a) They are unable to relate to others.
(b) Their brains work differently than other peoples' do.
(c) They think their art is great, when others don't.
(d) They have been too far removed from the outside world.

4. According to the author in Chapter 92, what belief is commonly held by rich people?
(a) That poor people are poor because they are lazy.
(b) That families who have been rich for generations are somehow better than those who just came into money.
(c) That money has no real value, and a person's life can't be measured by it.
(d) That being rich is not as much of a privilege as poor people

5. What effect does Arnheim's family business have on his relationship with General Stumm in Chapter 89?
(a) It creates an even greater rift between them.
(b) It leads them to realize that they have some surprising things in common.
(c) It makes them respect but still distrust one another.
(d) It has no effect on their relationship.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 85, the General expresses to Ulrich his disappointment in what?

2. What is discussed regarding Diotima in Chapter 93?

3. What example does the author use in Chapter 74 to describe the power of natural forces?

4. According to Arnheim in Chapter 92, what group of people frequently gave him the most trouble?

5. What is Ulrich's relationship with Gerda, as described in Chapter 74?

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