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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapter 5 "Their Brothers' Keepers".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the National Alliance of Railroads pass to eliminate competition?
(a) Anti-cooperation Rule
(b) Every man for himself Rule
(c) Anti-dog-eat-dog Rule
(d) Local and Transcontinental Rule

2. What is Hank's reaction when he discovers Francisco in Dagny's apartment?
(a) He is happy because he loves both of them.
(b) He thinks Francisco is the destroyer.
(c) He slaps Francisco.
(d) He is afraid that Francisco will discover their affair.

3. How does Lillian describe the bracelet?
(a) As the only gift Hank has ever given her.
(b) As a unique piece of jewelry that everyone in New York will envy.
(c) Something made from the same thing as railroad rails and soup kettles.
(d) As an early anniversary present from Hank.

4. What does Francisco d'Anconia say the socialists will use to replace "the aristocracy of money"?
(a) The aristocracy of influence.
(b) The destruction of all aristocracy
(c) The commonality of all men
(d) The aristocracy of everyone

5. What does Phillip want to leave Henry's house?
(a) Paid up tuition to Harvard.
(b) A new car.
(c) Money to start a business.
(d) Controlling interest in Rearden Metal stock.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Rand use the history of Twentieth Century Motors to define communism?

2. What sarcastic comment does Dagny make to James Taggart and Wesley Mouch?

3. What is the surprising question Francisco poses to Dagny at the wedding reception?

4. What is the problem Rearden sees in any government that professes to run by committee for the "public good."

5. What is so unusual about the cigarette Dagny gets from Dr. Hugh Akston?

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