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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. What animal does Phaedrus use as an example of the limitations of the long-held standards of science in Chapter 8?
(a) The dinosaur.
(b) The kangaroo.
(c) The horse.
(d) The platypus.

2. Why does Phaedrus leave the bar in Chapter 16?
(a) Lila is becoming drunker and verbally abusive towards him.
(b) He has to make it to a meeting with his publisher.
(c) He is angry that Lila is trying to bring her friends on his boat.
(d) He is not feeling well.

3. Through the study of what group of people does Phaedrus hope to understand the scientific concerns and patterns that will help society sustain itself while still evolving?
(a) The Germans.
(b) American Indians.
(c) Victorians.
(d) Veterans.

4. What war ostensibly marked the end of Victorian values?
(a) Vietnam War.
(b) World War II.
(c) World War I.
(d) Korean War.

5. To what does Phaedrus compare the Giant of his city analogy in Chapter 17?
(a) Lawyer.
(b) Doctor.
(c) Scientist.
(d) Farmer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Phaedrus believe his book will be derided by the anthropology community?

2. Where did Phaedrus meet Lila?

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

4. What is Phaedrus' destination in Chapter 17?

5. What does Phaedrus regard as being the term that encompasses the conflict between social and intellectual patterns?

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