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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Work Ethic.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story of a woman who does not return correct change for a purchase, what is equated with a callused heart?
(a) Forgiveness.
(b) Being unlovable.
(c) Heart surgery.
(d) Sin.

2. According to Miller, living morally and responsibly in front of peers is an example of what type of behavior?
(a) Mature behavior.
(b) Christian behavior.
(c) Adult behavior.
(d) Adolescent behavior.

3. Why does Miller not trust the motivations of male authority?
(a) Because he does not have a strong male authority figure in his life.
(b) Because men have been mean to him.
(c) Because he has had numerous run-ins with the police.
(d) Because he is afraid of men.

4. When Miller decides to trust his mentor, what does he let go of?
(a) His dreams for finding happiness.
(b) His dream of finding a man to take the place of his father.
(c) A desire to help others.
(d) A desire for a family of his own.

5. What kinds of decisions should young men make, according to Miller?
(a) No decisions.
(b) Wise decisions.
(c) Slow decisions.
(d) Hasty decisions.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 11, what valuable lesson does Miller learn when living with the MacMurrays?

2. According to MacMurray, which of the following is not an important task for families?

3. What does Miller's search to understand himself as a child without a father lead to?

4. What does MacMurray believe is his payment for high-quality work?

5. According to the author, what percentage of male prisoners grew up without a father?

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