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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Brooks at the beginning of Chapter 1, what large accessory do his social ascendants always have?
(a) A huge dog.
(b) A huge television.
(c) A huge pool.
(d) A huge unvarnished dining table.

2. According to Brooks in Chapter 9, a disproportionate number of ambitious people live with what?
(a) An inflated self-image.
(b) A desire to exercise.
(c) A fear of abandonment.
(d) A need for spiritual happiness.

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

4. 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.

5. As he grows in Chapter 4, Harold develops the ability to always quote an appropriate what?
(a) Political quote.
(b) Music lyric.
(c) Grocery price.
(d) Bedtime story.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what does Julie insist on keeping on during sex?

2. What book about Classical culture does Ms. Taylor give to Harold in Chapter 6?

3. How many neuron connections does a child make between the ages of two and three?

4. In Chapter 1, Damasio determines that people's unconscious selves draw on what to function?

5. Which of the following ridiculous items is listed in the homework requirements in Chapter 5?

(see the answer key)

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