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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, "The Cult of Moral Grayness", Ayn Rand (1964).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Branden's essay on "The Psychology of Pleasure" he lists five avenues upon which ________ people find pleasure.
(a) Egotistical.
(b) Rational.
(c) Sufficient.
(d) Happy.

2. Rand believes that because of altruism, what is the only reason people help others?
(a) Guilt.
(b) Fame.
(c) Public Recognition.
(d) Obligation.

3. Complete the sentence: In order to act in self interest, man must refuse to sacrifice a ________ value for a _______ one.
(a) Better, worse.
(b) Worse, better.
(c) Lower, higher.
(d) Higher, lower.

4. What does Rand believe the nature of the human mind to be?
(a) Complex.
(b) Driven by basic needs.
(c) Simple.
(d) A mystery.

5. Branden states in his essay, "The Psychology of Pleasure" that pleasure is not a _________, but a psychological need.
(a) Right.
(b) Whim.
(c) Necessity.
(d) Luxury.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Ayn Rand defines value as something that a person believes is necessary to do what?

4. Finish the statement: According to Rand, " One must _____, and prepare to be _______."

5. Which of the following words is not included in those Rand uses to describe desire?

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