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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why does the author have Burris discuss matters with the housewife that he meets on the way to his room? (from Chapters 25-28)

To get the perspective of the unemployed.

To get the perspective of a mature, ordinary member of the community.

To get the perspective of mothers.

To get the female perspective.

2.

What does Burris learn from the housewife that he meets on the way to his room, regarding whether she is happy? (from Chapters 25-28)

She is happy sometimes.

She doesn't seem to think about happiness and seems to take it for granted.

She is not happy.

She is very happy.

3.

What activities does Frazier plan for the group after breakfast on the morning after their leisure activities? (from Chapters 9-12)

They will visit factories and do their work there.

They will work and then visit churches.

They will have a debate about Walden Two and then do their chores.

They will visit the schools and earn labor credits.

4.

After Frazier completes his work on the last day of the visit, what does he do as he and Burris view Walden Two? (from Chapters 32-36)

He says it has outdone the first Walden.

He calls it his empire.

He compares himself to God.

He expresses regret over his inability to take it further.

5.

How do the child-rearing practices affect the women of Walden Two? (from Chapters 17-20)

They pine for their children.

They are freed from the necessity of being housewives.

They can become professionals.

They can participate more in community life.

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