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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16, "The Divine Right of Stagnation", Nathaniel Branden (1963).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which year was the "Psychology of Pleasure" written?
(a) 1961.
(b) 1962.
(c) 1964.
(d) 1963.

2. Which German philosopher does Rand oppose within her own philosophical theory?
(a) Kafka.
(b) Nietzche.
(c) Aristotle.
(d) Sartre.

3. What country is Ayn Rand originally from?
(a) The United Kingdom.
(b) Germany.
(c) The United States.
(d) Russia.

4. According to the principles of selfishness, what would be the correct route for convincing an employer that you are the proper candidate for a job?
(a) Flatter your prospective employer.
(b) Explain your competence.
(c) Only apply for a job in which you are extremely over-qualified.
(d) Tell the employer of your competitor's incompetence.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is it impossible to pursue in a "non-free" society?

3. Which political system does Rand mention in "Collectivized Ethics," where she states men are free to produce and compete?

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

5. According to Rand, what is the only way that individuals' rights can be violated?

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