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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. How does Erica's school respond to her tennis match tantrum in Chapter 8?
(a) They kick her off the team.
(b) They have a school meeting.
(c) They put her on academic probation.
(d) They expel her.

4. What is the first thing Ms. Taylor tells Harold to do to prepare for his paper?
(a) Outline his paper.
(b) Make flash cards of ideas.
(c) Consult a museum.
(d) Read five books.

5. What does Ms. Taylor understand that teenagers are not?
(a) Fighters.
(b) Empty vessels.
(c) Erratic creatures.
(d) Robots.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Brooks in the Introduction what do Harold and Erica inherit?

2. In Chapter 1, what does Julie insist on keeping on during sex?

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

4. In the beginning of Chapter 5, to what does Brooks compare Harold's writing on his worksheet?

5. Who eventually defends Erica's choice to leave for college in Chapter 9?

(see the answer key)

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