Zora Neale Hurston’s Strong Voice

Question 1

What topic does Rand address in this passage?

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C: economics

Question 2

What imagery is used in this passage?

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A: the crumbling of a great society

Question 3

How do the themes of Anthem reveal Objectivism’s philosophical concepts? Check all that apply.

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B: Equality 7-2521’s break from collectivism highlights Objectivism’s belief in individualism and self-interest as essential.; D: Equality 7-2521’s discovery that mankind lost its greatest technological advancements as collectivism increased highlights Objectivism's belief that individualism is the key to progress.; E: Equality 7-2521’s determination to use his mind as a “searchlight that can find the truth” highlights Objectivism’s belief that reason must be used to discover knowledge.

Question 4

Does the narrator express support for individual intelligence or collective thinking?

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A: individual intelligence

Question 5

What theme does Rand develop in this passage?

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A: Collectivism limits human potential.

Question 6

How does the quotation reveal the importance of human reason, or intelligence?

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B: It emphasizes that the narrator believes his logical judgment is the way to find the truth.

Question 7

Based on the passage, which type of government would Rand most likely support?

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C: a government that does not interfere with individuals pursuing wealth

Question 8

How does this theme explore Objectivism?

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A: It highlights Objectivism’s belief in the individual and rejects the idea that collectivism leads to progress.

Question 9

In Rand’s philosophy, which has more power?

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A: reason

Zora Neale Hurston’s Strong Voice Answers

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