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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 through 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 9: Chicago, Mamet writes that the culture of society could be summed up in one phrase, "That's how we do things in Chicago," the sub-text of which was what?
(a) Not to question established conventions.
(b) We are better than you.
(c) You are doing things wrong.
(d) Ignorance is bliss.

2. When was Milton Friedman born?
(a) 1928.
(b) 1934.
(c) 1903.
(d) 1912.

3. For what field was Milton Friedman a recipient of the Nobel Memorial Prize?
(a) Economic Sciences.
(b) Literature.
(c) Mathematics.
(d) Philosophy.

4. According to Mamet in Chapter 1: The Political Impulse, justice was seen by the Right as meaning what?
(a) A death penalty is necessary.
(b) Criminals facing stiff jail sentences.
(c) Strict adherence to laws.
(d) Rich people being safe.

5. What is the setting of the play Glengarry Glen Ross?
(a) Portland.
(b) New York.
(c) Chicago.
(d) Denver.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mamet, who supported the concepts of fiscal conservatism, lower taxes and a strong military in the 2008 Presidential election?

2. What does Mamet claim the Jews of the State of Israel want in Chapter 12: The Monty Hall Problem and the Contractor?

3. What does Mamet claim the Arabs want in regard to the State of Israel in Chapter 12: The Monty Hall Problem and the Contractor?

4. What name refers to a fictional Utopian lamasery high in the mountains of Tibet featured in the book "Lost Horizon"?

5. What was the name of David Mamet's father?

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