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

2. Who is in charge of the nursery visited by the group?
(a) Mrs. Nash.
(b) Mrs. Frazier.
(c) Mrs. Rogers.
(d) Mrs. Meyerson.

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

4. What is the role of scientists at Walden Two?
(a) They develop new systems and products, but must also do physical labor.
(b) They do their professional jobs and manual work, but they only investigate "pure science" in their spare time.
(c) They maintain contact with universities and inventors, but must also do physical labor.
(d) They are assigned to research and experiments, but have to do some physical work.

5. Identify the critical features that constitute "the good life", as outline by Frazier.
(a) Health, minimal unpleasant work, the opportunity to utilize talents, having satisfying personal relationships, and relaxation.
(b) Fame, fortune, and health.
(c) Satisfying relationships, good health, and economic success.
(d) Freedom, personal success, and family success.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the likely reason for the decision of the first two visitors to join Walden Two?

2. Which of the following terms best describes some of the weaknesses that Frazier attributes to the traditional educational system?

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

4. Early in their tour of Walden Two, the visitors learn that children do not eat with adults in the main dining room until a certain age. What age is this?

5. What subjects do the older children have to study in school?

(see the answer key)

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