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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Later in the discussion about failed communal societies, how does Frazier explain their failure?
(a) They did not use engineered behavior.
(b) They believed they were perfect.
(c) They believed they were following truth from God or from visions.
(d) They tried to do too much too soon.

2. Why does Frazier discount the merits of majority vote in the democratic system?
(a) The majority can become oppressors of the minority.
(b) The majority are really the pawns of a few politicians.
(c) The majority can overturn what is best for society.
(d) The majority can be misguided.

3. What is the major difference between the arguments advanced by Castle and those advanced by Frazier?
(a) Castle's arguments are forceful while Frazier's arguments are weak.
(b) Castle's arguments are pragmatic while Frazier's are idealistic.
(c) Castle's arguments are weak while Frazier's arguments are strong.
(d) Castle's arguments are abstract while Frazier's are concrete and practical.

4. In the discussion about Walden Two's future and the possible impact on farmers, what is Frazier's response to Castle's questions about his ideology?
(a) He avoids answering.
(b) He accepts that he believes in aspects of both.
(c) He admits he has no belief in democracy, but he denies being a Fascist.
(d) He accepts that he is a Fascist.

5. How does Frazier respond to the accusation from Burris?
(a) He admits to some dictatorial behavior, but says it is necessary for good order.
(b) He denies the accusations and attacks Burris.
(c) He avoids a confrontation by ignoring the comments of Burris.
(d) He does not deny that Walden Two controls behavior, but he states that mankind has no other path to a better way of life than that offered by Walden Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Frazier believe is the cause of Burris' reluctance to embrace the lifestyle of Walden Two?

2. What is the role of the person who is responsible for Walden Two's relationship to government in the wider society?

3. According to Frazier, how does Walden Two's second generation of members differ from its first?

4. How do the child-rearing practices affect the women of Walden Two?

5. As the debate continues, how do Castle and Frazier differ in their views of democracy?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Frazier justify the emphasis on control at Walden Two?

2. When Burris and Frazier are alone after rain destroys the group's plan of an afternoon walk, of what does Burris accuse Frazier, and why?

3. According to Frazier's explanation on the roof, what is the "Good Life"?

4. What is Frazier's response when Castle questions his belief in democracy?

5. What is the essence of the conflict between Castle and Frazier about democracy?

6. Although Frazier disagrees, does Castle imply that there is indoctrination of young people at Walden Two?

7. When Castle and Frazier agree that force or threat of force can control behavior, what additions does Frazier make to the discussion?

8. When Frazier, Burris, and Castle take a walk outside and see a group arriving, what information is given about the growth of the community?

9. How do the views of Castle and Frazier about freedom conflict?

10. In discussing failed communal societies, what comparisons does Frazier make between them and Walden Two?

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