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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Chapters 116 - 119.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the information given in Chapter 96, what creates a calm temperament?
(a) One tendency, which is peaceful because it doesn't know anything else.
(b) One tendency, which is peaceful because it has no competition.
(c) Two different tendencies, which peacefully coexist.
(d) Two different tendencies, which are constantly battling but are evenly matched.

2. Arnheim has traveled extensively in what areas of the world?
(a) Europe and Asia.
(b) Africa and Asia.
(c) Europe and America.
(d) America and Australia.

3. What does Ulrich notice about his own behavior in Chapter 103?
(a) There have been inconsistencies in his behavior throughout his life, and that probably won't change.
(b) He can be very manipulative when he wants to be and has no intention of changing that.
(c) He is unable to conform to societal standards that he doesn't think are justified.
(d) His behavior used to be inconsistent, but he has been working on that, and getting better.

4. According to the author in Chapter 85, how does Nature create unity?
(a) By combining opposites.
(b) By creating specialized roles for everyone and everything.
(c) By smoothing over differences.
(d) By creating all life from the same basic materials.

5. What does Arnheim end up doing in Chapter 86?
(a) He takes the General aside and talks to him about his infatuation with Diotima.
(b) Arranging to remain as Diotima's guest for an even longer period.
(c) He decides to take a step back and maintain only a casual acquaintance with Diotima.
(d) He decides not to involve himself in Diotima's relationship with the General.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why isn't Ulrich surprised by the relationship that Arnheim and Diotima have?

2. What is Rachel's main concern at the end of Chapter 117?

3. The author suggests in Chapter 77 that an ancient philosopher could do what?

4. To what type of individual does the author compare the General to describe his attitude toward his work?

5. Which character from the previous volume is reintroduced in Chapter 74?

(see the answer key)

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