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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What field does Erica explore in Chapter 11?
(a) Behavioral economics.
(b) Social materialism.
(c) Literary journalism.
(d) Cultural etymology.

2. What does Brooks say his day job is in the introduction?
(a) Giving paid lectures.
(b) Teaching.
(c) Writing about politics.
(d) Speaking on television.

3. What did John Bowlby determine was key to a child's development?
(a) Stimulation.
(b) Freedom.
(c) Safety.
(d) Fiber.

4. In Chapter 10, what does Harrison value above all else?
(a) Intellect.
(b) Loyalty.
(c) Critical thinking.
(d) Compassion.

5. What unnerving assignment does Ms. Taylor give Harold in Chapter 6?
(a) Attend a play.
(b) Show is reasearch to his parents.
(c) Keep a journal.
(d) Call her each night.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 4, what is Harold's favorite pastimes besides bonding with Julia?

2. In Chapter 1, what does Antonio Damasio have difficulty doing with Elliot?

3. In Chapter 4, Harold illustrates his ability to abstract by saying he is what?

4. In Chapter 5, Brooks states that there is little connection between a child's ability to complete homework and what?

5. As he grows in Chapter 4, Harold develops the ability to always quote an appropriate what?

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