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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Frazier, how does Walden Two's second generation of members differ from its first?
(a) The first was interested in a simpler way of life, the second to pursue this with more adherence to the Code.
(b) The first was guided by Frazier's vision, the second by a shared Code.
(c) The second generation is raised in Walden Two's culture, but the first generation agreed to the Code.
(d) The second generation agreed to the Code, but the first used trial and error.

2. Why is Rogers particularly impressed with Walden Two?
(a) He is looking for a simpler life.
(b) He is excited about a free society.
(c) During his experience at war, he realized the problematic nature of his elite life in the States.
(d) The community is a contrast to the things that upset him at home.

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

4. At lunch after their tour of medical facilities, Frazier expresses enthusiasm about Walden two. What is he enthusiastic about?
(a) That the community is achieving its purpose.
(b) That the community is economically viable.
(c) That Walden Two has attracted two new members.
(d) That Walden Two proves it can exist in the modern world.

5. As the first discussion between Burris, Rogers, and Jamnik evolves, what does the reader learn about the attitude of the two younger men regarding their lives?
(a) They are happy about their society.
(b) They want to encourage others to go to war.
(c) They are disillusioned and in search of something different.
(d) They are searching for better careers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the visitors learn at dinner about how the cooks at Walden Two ensure that food is not wasted?

2. After hearing about the decision of two visitors to join Walden Two, what observation does Castle make about the apparent happiness of the members of Walden Two?

3. How is failure treated at Walden Two?

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

5. After their tour of the dairy, when Mrs. Meyerson joins the group, what tradition involving young couples do the visitors observe?

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