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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, "Isn't Everyone Selfish?" Nathaniel Branden (1962).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From the objectivist perspective, what should the risk on committing an act of good will be proportionate to?
(a) Public recognition.
(b) One's happiness.
(c) A reward.
(d) Nothing, it should be a selfless act.

2. Finish the statement. "A" is _________.
(a) Proportionate to Z.
(b) A in the Actual Reality.
(c) A.
(d) To B as B is to C.

3. According to Rand, what people define the standards for "good" in a society?
(a) Wise.
(b) Religious.
(c) Strong.
(d) Powerful.

4. Which of the following is included in the four considerations of man's view of rationality that Rand describes?
(a) Plausibility.
(b) Responsibility.
(c) Reality.
(d) Effort.

5. According to Rand, every interest that a person employs must be based in ________.
(a) Careful consideration.
(b) Reason.
(c) Reality.
(d) Context.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the conclusion of Rand's essay on the Objectivist ethics, what does she state is the standard value for the Objectivist?

2. What does Rand claim is not a valid standard of value in her essay on "The 'Conflicts' of Men's Interests?"

3. According to Rand, what does an act of good will require in the eyes of an altruist?

4. According to Rand, what are ideas of mysticism and morality based upon?

5. What basis are you acting on if you audition for a Broadway show, after wanting to become a singer, you are an extremely competent singer, and you have performed on stage before?

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