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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Authority.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Miller, what lesson is a father responsible for instilling in a young child?
(a) That the world is unfair.
(b) The difference between right and wrong.
(c) That the child's existence makes an impact in the world.
(d) That the child is worthless.

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

3. Is Miller's concern with the social problem of all boys who grow up without fathers?
(a) Sometimes he is and sometimes he is not.
(b) Yes, very much so.
(c) Only slightly, as he is more concerned about his life without a father.
(d) No, he is not concerned at all.

4. Miller warns men not to rely on men with authority who do not do what?
(a) Treat others with respect.
(b) Submit to someone else.
(c) Talk to you.
(d) Dress professionally.

5. What does Miller's search to understand himself as a child without a father lead to?
(a) A spiritual journey.
(b) A new life.
(c) An emotional journey.
(d) It does not lead to anything.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the ability to accept a spiritual connection between God and fathers help Miller?

2. True of False: only men who grew up without fathers and boys who are being without fathers will benefit from reading this book.

3. How does Miller grasp the "God as father" concept, initially?

4. What does Miller believe about his relationship with his mother?

5. How, specifically, does Mr. Gentiles help Miller?

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