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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, "The Monument Builders," Ayn Rand (1962).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Rand, what are the notions of altruist thought perpetuated by?
(a) Morality and mysticism.
(b) Philosophers.
(c) Whim.
(d) Religion.

2. Which monarch erected the palace of Versailles, as stated in Rand's essay "The Monument Builders?"
(a) Louis XIV.
(b) Charlemagne.
(c) Louis XVII.
(d) Napolean.

3. In what year was "Atlas Shrugged" published?
(a) 1957.
(b) 1963.
(c) 1956.
(d) 1962.

4. What basis are you acting on if you audition for a Broadway show, after wanting to become a singer, you are an extremely competent singer, and you have performed on stage before?
(a) Whim.
(b) Egoism.
(c) Self-interest.
(d) Satisfaction.

5. According to Rand, what are ideas of mysticism and morality based upon?
(a) Loathing.
(b) Whim.
(c) Fear.
(d) Religion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following areas is Nathaniel Branden's area of expertise?

2. No one ever really sacrifices oneself because every direct action is motivated by a person's desire. What does Branden say about this statement?

3. According to "Isn't Everyone Selfish?", one must ask which question about the desired action?

4. Rand states that the alleged goal of socialism was to end ________.

5. What year did Ayn Rand write the essay, "The Cult of Moral Grayness?"

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