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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Later in the discussion about failed communal societies, how does Frazier explain their failure?
(a) They believed they were perfect.
(b) They did not use engineered behavior.
(c) They believed they were following truth from God or from visions.
(d) They tried to do too much too soon.

2. In the same discussion about family life, what significant difference between traditional marriage and marriage at Walden Two does Frazier explain?
(a) Based on research and experimentation, marriages are arranged by parents.
(b) Based on research and experimentation, Walden Two spouses sleep in separate rooms.
(c) Based on research and experimentation, marriages are arranged by the leaders.
(d) Based on research and experimentation, spouses live together before marriage.

3. What is the highest level of community leadership at Walden Two?
(a) The Board of Planners.
(b) The Community Action Board.
(c) The Chief of the Community, who is Frazier.
(d) The Management Board.

4. How does Walden Two meet its production needs when members work a relatively short work day?
(a) Workers from the nearby farms give assistance.
(b) The labor force includes adolescents and women.
(c) The lifestyle does not require more.
(d) The size of the community permits this.

5. What do the visitors learn at dinner about how the cooks at Walden Two ensure that food is not wasted?
(a) Leftovers are eaten on the folowing day.
(b) They cook meals from all around the world and make every effort to see that everything is eaten.
(c) Members who leave too much food on their plates are fined for waste.
(d) They do not cook until a specific number of persons indicate what they want to eat.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Frazier respond to Castle's expression of horror at the practices with the children?

2. What is the impact on Burris when he participates in his chosen form of entertainment?

3. According to Mrs. Meyerson, what is the reason behind the women's attitude to dress?

4. In the conversation concerning expression of emotions, what criticism does Frazier make of how the wider society socializes children?

5. How does Frazier seek to integrate the visitors with the work system at Walden Two?

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