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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. From the objectivist perspective, what should the risk on committing an act of good will be proportionate to?
(a) One's happiness.
(b) Nothing, it should be a selfless act.
(c) Public recognition.
(d) A reward.

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

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

4. Ayn Rand defines value as something that a person believes is necessary to do what?
(a) Keep and follow.
(b) Learn and keep.
(c) Obtain and keep.
(d) Obtain and obey.

5. Which of the following vocabulary words were not defined in Branden's essay on Mental Health versus Mysticism?
(a) Grief.
(b) Sacrifice.
(c) Self-esteem.
(d) Reason.

Short Answer Questions

1. Although Rand does not support altruistic belief, she does not ______against it.

2. What does self-esteem provide a person with according to Branden?

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

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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