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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 everyone is doing his / her duty.
(b) Saying thanks is not necessary because all work is required.
(c) Saying thanks is not encouraged because it elevates one person above another, which Walden Two's code does not permit.
(d) Saying thanks is not necessary because it suggests obligation.

2. After their tour of the dairy, when Mrs. Meyerson joins the group, what tradition involving young couples do the visitors observe?
(a) They attend parenting classes.
(b) They work on their own living quarters.
(c) They learn to cook and bake.
(d) They attend counseling sessions.

3. Which of the following terms best describes the approach to education of older children at Walden Two?
(a) Independent learning.
(b) Cooperative learning.
(c) Team learning.
(d) Differentiated learning.

4. Which of the visitors is the first one to appear critical of Walden Two?
(a) Burris.
(b) Rogers.
(c) Macklin.
(d) Castle.

5. What is the most advanced exercise for children to learn ethics?
(a) Some children must skip one meal while others eat.
(b) Half of the children wait half-an-hour, while the other half go on eating.
(c) Children must feed their peers without getting food for themselves.
(d) Half of the children wait for five minutes while the other half go on eating.

Short Answer Questions

1. At their first dinner, Frazier explains that Walden Two never has crowds. What is the explanation for this?

2. According to Mrs. Meyerson, what is the reason behind the women's attitude to dress?

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

4. How does Walden Two meet its production needs when members work a relatively short work day?

5. Why does the author expand the visiting group to include these members?

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