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The Unwinding by George Packer - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary theme of 'The Unwinding'?
A) The decline of American institutions
B) World War II
C) The rise of technology
D) The history of capitalism
  • 2. Who is the author of 'The Unwinding'?
A) Thomas Friedman
B) George Packer
C) Malcolm Gladwell
D) David Brooks
  • 3. Which industry is heavily critiqued in 'The Unwinding'?
A) The healthcare industry
B) The agricultural sector
C) The education system
D) The financial industry
  • 4. In what year was 'The Unwinding' published?
A) 2015
B) 2018
C) 2013
D) 2010
  • 5. Which character experiences the American Dream and its shortcomings?
A) A government official
B) A wealthy banker
C) A struggling entrepreneur
D) A college professor
  • 6. What aspect of society does Packer critique in relation to the American Dream?
A) Innovation
B) Inequality
C) Bureaucracy
D) Diversity
  • 7. Packer discusses the narratives of which group of people?
A) Historical figures
B) Wealthy business owners
C) Political elites
D) Ordinary Americans
  • 8. Which event is referenced to illustrate the economic downturn?
A) World War I
B) The Great Depression
C) The dot-com bubble
D) The 2008 financial crisis
  • 9. Which two factors does Packer link to the unwinding of American society?
A) Cultural promotion and regional stability
B) Technological advancement and global warming
C) Education reform and healthcare access
D) Economic and social change
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