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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, "The Ethics of Emergencies", Ayn Rand (1963).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Rand define "society" in a basic sense?
(a) The downfall of the individual.
(b) The most efficient way of governing the earth.
(c) A collection of individuals.
(d) A group governed by a government.

2. In what year did Branden write his essay, "Mental Health versus Mysticism and Self-Sacrifice?"
(a) 1961.
(b) 1963.
(c) 1972.
(d) 1964.

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

4. According to Rand, what does an act of good will require in the eyes of the objectivist?
(a) Self-interest.
(b) Selfishness.
(c) Self-manipulation.
(d) Self-sacrifice.

5. According to Branden, which concept is used by Mystics to encourage human self-sacrifice?
(a) Holiness.
(b) Jesus Christ.
(c) Faith.
(d) Peace.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Rand, what are the notions of altruist thought perpetuated by?

2. According to Rand, what people define the standards for "good" in a society?

3. What type of scheme does Branden's essay on Mental Health versus Mysticism attempt to illustrate?

4. What does Branden acknowledge as being one of the major causes of mental degradation?

5. Who created "good" and evil" according to Rand?

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