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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 through 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 4: Alcatraz, Mamet writes that what promotes transition and advancement?
(a) The Democratic party.
(b) Society.
(c) The Christian church.
(d) The Republican party.

2. Who felt that ultimate security would be found in peaceful solutions, according to Mamet in the 2008 Presidential elections?
(a) Sarah Palin.
(b) Liberals.
(c) Pat Robertson.
(d) Conservatives.

3. In Chapter 8: The Red Sea, Mamet writes that perhaps the parting of the Red Sea did not symbolize the unity of mankind; rather, it may have been intended to do what?
(a) Revive it's spirit.
(b) Show it's vulnerability.
(c) Divide and conquer.
(d) Distinguish its diversity.

4. Who wrote the book, music and lyrics for the play "The Music Man"?
(a) Meredith Willson.
(b) Erica Reynolds.
(c) Nancy Edwards.
(d) Rebecca Matthews.

5. When was the play "Glengarry Glen Ross" first produced?
(a) 1989.
(b) 1992.
(c) 1984.
(d) 1978.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was the play "American Buffalo" first produced?

2. According to Mamet in Chapter 7: Choice, the denial of reality is one of the reasons the Left embraces what?

3. What is the setting of the play "The Music Man"?

4. When was the novel "Lost Horizon" published?

5. Who was the Republican Vice-Presidential candidate in the 2008 election?

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