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

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

3. Which of the following is not included in the hierarchy Rand gives in the objectivist evaluation of committing an act of good will?
(a) Effort.
(b) Time.
(c) Plausibility.
(d) Money.

4. Who is Nathaniel Branden in the context of this collection?
(a) Rand's favorite writer.
(b) Rand's husband.
(c) The creator of Objectivism.
(d) Rand's associate.

5. What is necessary for the existence of self-esteem according to Branden?
(a) Confidence.
(b) Avarice.
(c) Pride.
(d) Happiness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word does Rand state that philosophers substitute for God?

2. What does Branden identify as being referred to as an "evil" by Mystics?

3. At the conclusion of Rand's essay on the Objectivist ethics, what does she state is the standard value for the Objectivist?

4. Rand defends her points by stating her belief that the mainstream practice of ethics goes against the reality of _________.

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

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