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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16, "The Divine Right of Stagnation", Nathaniel Branden (1963).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Ayn Rand, one must pass moral judgment in order to live what kind of life?
(a) Irrational.
(b) Rational.
(c) Evil.
(d) Good.

2. Finish the sentence based upon Rand's theory: One must achieve interests by her own efforts only and not at the expense of another's ______.
(a) Loss.
(b) Achievements.
(c) Emotions.
(d) Efforts.

3. What type of tools must one use in a real life situation?
(a) Non-concrete.
(b) Suggestive.
(c) Rational.
(d) Concrete.

4. Who is the noble, true, infallible judge in Western society, according to Rand?
(a) Religious leaders.
(b) God.
(c) Jesus Christ.
(d) The President.

5. According to Ayn Rand, human error is _______________.
(a) Unavoidable.
(b) Unacceptable.
(c) Avoidable.
(d) Acceptable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is necessary for the existence of self-esteem according to Branden?

2. Who is Nathaniel Branden in the context of this collection?

3. Rand believes that altruism has destroyed the concept of authentic __________ among men.

4. In what year did Branden write his essay, "Mental Health versus Mysticism and Self-Sacrifice?"

5. Rand clarifies her point about compromise when she asks the question about the compromise ______ and _______ along with the question of reason versus irrationality.

(see the answer key)

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