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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At their first dinner, Frazier explains that Walden Two never has crowds. What is the explanation for this?
(a) There is nowhere for a crowd to gather.
(b) People are free to wander and not many people want to do the same thing at the same time, so they are at different places.
(c) The entire community is very small.
(d) Work is allocated in shifts to keep people busy.

2. What do babies sleep on in Walden Two?
(a) Wooden slats with sponges.
(b) Foam covered wood.
(c) Cotton sheets.
(d) Easily cleaned stretched plastic that provides comfort and eliminates cleaning.

3. Which of the following features are included in the systems of work and leadership outlined by Frazier in his description of Walden Two?
(a) Use of experiments.
(b) Use of expertise, shared work, and experimentation.
(c) Shared work and experimentation.
(d) Scientific management and management of resources.

4. When Roger and Barbara join the others for breakfast, how does Barbara stand out from the visitors?
(a) They all serve themselves breakfast, but Roger brings Barbara hers.
(b) Barbara does not eat breakfast.
(c) Barbara leaves the group and eats by herself.
(d) Barbara brings Roger his breakfast.

5. In the first discussion between Rogers, Burris, and Jamnik, why is Frazier's name introduced?
(a) Jamnik has read an article about Frazier's community.
(b) Frazier is also in the army.
(c) Frazier is a colleague of Rogers.
(d) Burris knows Frazier.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the group observes the child's birthday celebration, how does the author add a human touch to the portrayal of Frazier?

2. What is the point of view in which Walden Two is written?

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

4. In the conversation concerning expression of emotions, what criticism does Frazier make of how the wider society socializes children?

5. Who is the first member of Walden Two that Frazier allows the group to meet?

(see the answer key)

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