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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the introduction, Brooks says a study of the inner mind highlights the capacity of humanity to do what?
(a) Form bonds.
(b) Act irrationally.
(c) Procreate.
(d) Stive for greatness.

2. How does Brooks describe Erica's immediate family in Chapter 7?
(a) Hardworking.
(b) Fiercely religious.
(c) Downwardly mobile.
(d) A melting pot.

3. In Chapter 13, Brooks states that the desire for limerence explains people's desire to do what?
(a) Join certain groups.
(b) Procreate.
(c) Create great works of art.
(d) Make money.

4. What position does Erica accept in the Grace administration?
(a) Press secretary.
(b) Senior economic advisor.
(c) Deputy chief of staff.
(d) Special counsel.

5. Whose method does Brooks acknowledge he is borrowing in the introduction?
(a) Rousseau's.
(b) Malcolm Gladwell's.
(c) Plato's.
(d) Norman Mailer's.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What Greek term becomes the topic of Harold's paper in Chapter 6?

3. According to Brooks in Chapter 4, early childhood is when Harold does what fastest?

4. Which of the following is a condition that Raymond insists on in Chapter 16 is the group prepares its proposals?

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

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