1. What do the visitors learn about Walden Two's method of keeping babies healthy?
(a) Babies are only fed breast milk in the first year.
(b) Babies are only fed organic food in the first year.
(c) To prevent illness, babies have limited exposure to the outside world in the first year.
(d) Babies are inoculated against illness in their first year.

2. Apart from artwork in the gallery, what other type of artistic activity is referred to in the first part of the visitors' tour of Walden Two?
(a) Drama.
(b) Literature.
(c) Dances.
(d) Musical performances.

3. Why does the author expand the visiting group to include these members?
(a) To make the visit more economical.
(b) To make the visit more interesting.
(c) To satisfy the requirements of Frazier.
(d) To present responses to Walden Two that reflect diverse perspectives.

4. During their first discussion, what does Burris decide to do after the men have spoken about Frazier?
(a) To call Frazier.
(b) To give Rogers a note of introduction to Frazier.
(c) To visit Frazier.
(d) To write to Frazier.

5. When Mary exhibits a kind of embroidery stitch to some women, they seem grateful but do not communicate this to her. What is the reason for this?
(a) Saying thanks is not necessary because all work is required.
(b) Saying thanks is not encouraged because it elevates one person above another, which Walden Two's code does not permit.
(c) Saying thanks is not necessary because it suggests obligation.
(d) Saying thanks is not necessary because everyone is doing his / her duty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Based on Frazier's description of the system, which of the following statements best describes a weakness in the way leaders are chosen at Walden Two?

2. How does Frazier seek to integrate the visitors with the work system at Walden Two?

3. What is the figure of speech contained in the name of the passageway where the visitors first have tea?

4. What is the role of scientists at Walden Two?

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

(see the answer key)

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