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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through chapters 17-22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Regarding our ability to process emotion and stimuli, to what does Brooks compare human beings?
(a) Laguardia.
(b) Grand Central Station.
(c) King's Cross.
(d) Heathrow.

2. Which of the following is a precaution Erica takes in Chapter 13 to ensure there is no romantic connotation to her work with Harold?
(a) She always wears a pants suit.
(b) She shuts the bedroom door.
(c) She insists they work in different locations.
(d) She puts up pictures of her husband in the office.

3. Which of the following is not a job that Erica has in the book?
(a) A senator.
(b) A tour guide.
(c) A corporate consultant.
(d) A presidential advisor.

4. How long have Erica and Harold been married when she becomes CEO?
(a) 12 years.
(b) 3 years.
(c) 30 years.
(d) 20 years.

5. In the introduction, where does Brooks say the majority of thinking takes place?
(a) The inner mind.
(b) Universities.
(c) The superego.
(d) China.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to James LeDoux in Chapter 1, what is the relationship of the conscious mind to emotion?

2. Which character in the book has a problem with manic depression?

3. Where does Harold take a job in Chapter 20?

4. What does Erica feel about the new workers she hires in Chapter 14?

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

(see the answer key)

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