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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. Which philosopher does Rand mention in her essay on "The Objectivist Ethics?"
(a) Nietzche.
(b) Plato.
(c) Copernicus.
(d) Aristotle.

2. Who created "good" and evil" according to Rand?
(a) Church Fathers.
(b) Various religions.
(c) God.
(d) Humans.

3. Which of the following is not included in the events of an emergency according to Rand's essay on "The Ethics of Emergencies"?
(a) Shipwreck.
(b) Flood.
(c) Car accident.
(d) Earthquake.

4. Rand believes that altruism has destroyed the concept of authentic __________ among men.
(a) Companionship.
(b) Benevolence.
(c) Friendship.
(d) Generousity.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. From the altruist perspective, saving the life of a stranger is equivalent to saving the life of _________.

3. Complete the quote: "_____ is a desire experienced by a person who does not know and does not care to discover its cause."

4. According to Branden, which concept is used by Mystics to encourage human self-sacrifice?

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

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