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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. At the beginning of Chapter 3, what does Brooks say Julia has had trouble letting go of?
(a) Her party girl persona.
(b) Her desire to sing professionally.
(c) Her old car.
(d) Her security blanket.

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

4. In Chapter 1, what does Julie insist on keeping on during sex?
(a) Her glasses.
(b) Her hat.
(c) Her shirt.
(d) Her socks.

5. Which Greek figure does Harold compare himself to in his journal when discussing anger?
(a) Achilles.
(b) Agamemnon.
(c) Menelaus.
(d) Hector.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How does Brooks describe Harold's intelligence in Chapter 6?

4. What does Brooks say both Julia and Rob worry about doing when they meet?

5. According to Timothy Wilson of the University of Virginia, how many pieces of information can the unconscious mind take in?

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