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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Later in the discussion about failed communal societies, how does Frazier explain their failure?
(a) They tried to do too much too soon.
(b) They did not use engineered behavior.
(c) They believed they were following truth from God or from visions.
(d) They believed they were perfect.

2. Why does Frazier invite the men to visit Walden Two?
(a) He wants Burris to give a lecture to the members.
(b) To introduce them to the way of life there.
(c) To get publicity for the community.
(d) To give them a talk about utopian communities.

3. Why does Mrs. Meyerson leave the group during their first visit?
(a) To report for work.
(b) To get away from Frazier.
(c) She does not like one of the visiting group.
(d) To attend a special function for her daughter.

4. What is problematic about Rogers' desire to embrace the Walden Two lifestyle?
(a) It puts him in conflict with his fiancee.
(b) It conflicts with his desire for freedom.
(c) It puts him in conflict with his desire fro financial success.
(d) It will take him away from his family.

5. What further explanation does Frazier give about Walden Two's philosophy regarding emotional expression?
(a) They develop spiritual awareness to offset negative emotions.
(b) They use behavioral engineering to eliminate harmful emotions.
(c) They use punishment to control emotions.
(d) They ignore negative emotions until they go away.

Short Answer Questions

1. After their tour of the dairy, when Mrs. Meyerson joins the group, what tradition involving young couples do the visitors observe?

2. What is the impact on Burris when he participates in his chosen form of entertainment?

3. As the visitors go to their first dinner, where do they observe many of Walden Two's members gathering?

4. How is failure treated at Walden Two?

5. According to Frazier, how do the child-rearing practices affect the development of the children?

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