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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16, "The Divine Right of Stagnation", Nathaniel Branden (1963).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What notion does Branden attempt to refute in his essay, "Isn't Everyone Selfish"?
(a) That selfishness is cruel and wrong.
(b) That everyone is selfish.
(c) That selfishness is the right way.
(d) That not all people are selfish.

2. What are the two benefits one can gain from living a social existence?
(a) Happiness and trade.
(b) Knowledge and trade.
(c) Knowledge and happiness.
(d) Supply and demand.

3. According to the principles of selfishness, what would be the correct route for convincing an employer that you are the proper candidate for a job?
(a) Tell the employer of your competitor's incompetence.
(b) Flatter your prospective employer.
(c) Only apply for a job in which you are extremely over-qualified.
(d) Explain your competence.

4. What must one have before being able to find meaningful relationships with others?
(a) Self worth.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Self interest.
(d) Morality.

5. According to Rand, compromise is similar to what?
(a) Common ground.
(b) Surrender.
(c) Victory.
(d) Defeat.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which year was the "Psychology of Pleasure" written?

2. According to Ayn Rand, on what basis must the individual give to public works?

3. Which instinct does self-sacrifice directly contradict?

4. What country did Rand live in throughout her adulthood?

5. Which of the following is not included in the hierarchy Rand gives in the objectivist evaluation of committing an act of good will?

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