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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapters 16-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does Phaedrus compare the underground manholes of his current location in Chapter 17?
(a) Lungs.
(b) Kidney.
(c) Heart.
(d) Arteries.

2. What does Lila pull from the water at the end of Chapter 23?
(a) A length of chain.
(b) A doll.
(c) A bottle with a message.
(d) A photograph.

3. Where is Lila in Chapter 23?
(a) The bar.
(b) The hotel room.
(c) Phaedrus's publisher's office.
(d) The streets.

4. What is the name of the disgraced genius who Phaedrus discovers shared his ideas on the role of American Indians to the American lifestyle?
(a) Franz Boas.
(b) Verne Dusenberry.
(c) William James Sidis.
(d) James Holden.

5. How does Jamie react to Lila's offer to bring him on board as a crew member?
(a) Intimidated.
(b) Thrilled.
(c) Offended.
(d) He finds it humorous.

Short Answer Questions

1. What area of science will likely be the one that helps scientifically govern society, according to Phaedrus's theory in Chapter 22?

2. Which of the following is not one of the static patterns of value?

3. Which of the following relationships did not appear to be the most pertinent to Lila from her childhood?

4. With what concept in anthropology does Dusenberry find fault?

5. What is Lila's nickname for Phaedrus?

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