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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Toffler say has become less important in commuter culture?
(a) Marriage.
(b) Distance and place.
(c) Loyalty.
(d) Advertising.

2. What was it that attracted immigrants to America, according to Toffler?
(a) The fast-paced life.
(b) The political stability.
(c) The freedom from the past.
(d) The right to free speech.

3. Who are the people of the future in Toffler's definition?
(a) The fast-paced people.
(b) The traditionalists.
(c) The people who resist the rat-race.
(d) The black sheep of society.

4. What will changes in agriculture mean for the future Toffler foresees?
(a) More processing will be necessary for food.
(b) Fewer workers will be needed.
(c) Food will be poisoned with pesticides.
(d) Food will be more nutritious.

5. How do people learn to be aware of time, as Toffler describes it?
(a) They measure their progress against the seasons.
(b) They keep solar calendars.
(c) They repeat the experiences of their ancestors.
(d) They develop "durational expectancies."

Short Answer Questions

1. What needs to change as people adapt to future culture?

2. What part of spring break does Toffler say makes it valuable for students?

3. Where do people typically migrate, in America?

4. Where does culture shock take place, in Toffler's account?

5. What does Toffler say distinguishes people in cities from people in towns?

(see the answer key)

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