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

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

3. What basis are you acting on if you audition for a Broadway show, after wanting to become a singer, you are an extremely competent singer, and you have performed on stage before?
(a) Whim.
(b) Egoism.
(c) Self-interest.
(d) Satisfaction.

4. Which of the following is not included in Branden's list of avenues where people find pleasure?
(a) Recreation.
(b) Sex.
(c) Art.
(d) Balance.

5. Which instinct does self-sacrifice directly contradict?
(a) Neurological.
(b) Survival.
(c) Protection.
(d) Fear.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which fictional character from "Atlas Shrugged" does Ayn Rand constantly refer to in order to explain her Objectivist theory?

2. Who is the noble, true, infallible judge in Western society, according to Rand?

3. According to Branden, "The Psychology of Pleasure," how many major avenues are there for one to seek pleasure?

4. According to "Isn't Everyone Selfish?", one must ask which question about the desired action?

5. What is necessary for the existence of self-esteem according to Branden?

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