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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What evidence does Frazier cite to support his argument about the impact of leisure on Walden Two?
(a) A strong spiritual culture.
(b) A lively group of young artists.
(c) A successful school of performing arts.
(d) A burgeoning music community with composers and performers.

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

3. According to Frazier's explanation, what is one of the most important expected outcomes of Walden Two's approach to organizing work?
(a) Members will become more productive.
(b) Walden Two will prosper economically.
(c) This will usher in a "Golden Age" of creativity.
(d) Walden Two will be productive and self-sufficient.

4. What factors determine the most common form of entertainment at Walden Two?
(a) The members of the community vote on what they want to do.
(b) Talent and time.
(c) Cost, transportation, and the amount of trouble involved.
(d) Cost and time to organize it.

5. What aspect of Walden Two's philosophy is reflected in the gallery of pictures which Burris stops to admire on the way to their first tea?
(a) They believe art is needed for mental exercise.
(b) They believe children should be introduced to art early in life.
(c) They believe that making lesiure time available to members will lead to a flourishing of artistic work.
(d) They believe gifted persons should be allowed to focus on artistic work only.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the philosophy of the women as described by Mrs. Meyerson after Burris makes his comment?

2. On their way to their first activity on the morning after they participate in entertainment, what do the visitors observe?

3. Which of the following features are included in the systems of work and leadership outlined by Frazier in his description of Walden Two?

4. Which one of the visitors fails to understand why anyone would want to live at Walden Two?

5. Who are the first visitors to decide on joining Walden Two?

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