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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What terms does Brooks use at the beginning of Chapter 1 to describe the upper-middle class liberal socialites of today?
(a) The Jackson Hole Class.
(b) The Composure Class.
(c) The Organic Class.
(d) The Kerry Class.

2. In Chapter 5, Brooks states that Harold left to his own devices does not seem what?
(a) Bored.
(b) Happy.
(c) Encumbered.
(d) Self-conscious.

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

4. In Chapter 10, Brooks talks about Karl Popper's theory of what?
(a) Sharks and pandas.
(b) Valentines and vices.
(c) Clock and clouds.
(d) Mounts and burrows.

5. According to Brooks in Chapter 1, everyone likes to believe that he/she is what?
(a) Compassionate.
(b) Self-decrecating.
(c) Unique.
(d) Sly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What essential activity do Rob and Julie disagree on in Chapter 2?

2. Who does Erica confide in regarding her tantrum in Chapter 8?

3. In Chapter 5, Brooks states that there is little connection between a child's ability to complete homework and what?

4. What famous intellect does Brooks mention at the end of his introduction?

5. What is the physical indication that Erica and Harold's relationship is becoming romantic in Chapter 13?

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