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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the introduction, Brooks says a study of the inner mind highlights the capacity of humanity to do what?
(a) Procreate.
(b) Stive for greatness.
(c) Act irrationally.
(d) Form bonds.

2. In Chapter 4, Harold illustrates his ability to abstract by saying he is what?
(a) A cloud.
(b) An airplane.
(c) A giant.
(d) A tiger.

3. What does Ms. Taylor want to match each student to?
(a) A life goal.
(b) A book.
(c) A lover.
(d) A perfect song.

4. According to Timothy Wilson of the University of Virginia, how many pieces of information can the unconscious mind take in?
(a) 2 million.
(b) 11 million.
(c) 25 million.
(d) 6 million.

5. Whose parents are Rob and Julia?
(a) Harold.
(b) Hostadter.
(c) David Brooks.
(d) Erica.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Introduction, Brooks laments that most social policy is based on what understanding of humanity?

2. In Chapter 3, Julia calls Harold half cupid, half what?

3. As he grows in Chapter 4, Harold develops the ability to always quote an appropriate what?

4. By the end of Chapter 6, Ms. Taylor has taught Harold to do what?

5. What superlative does Brooks use to describe his story in the introduction?

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