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The Unwinding by George Packer - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary theme of 'The Unwinding'?
A) The history of capitalism
B) The rise of technology
C) The decline of American institutions
D) World War II
  • 2. Who is the author of 'The Unwinding'?
A) Malcolm Gladwell
B) Thomas Friedman
C) David Brooks
D) George Packer
  • 3. Which industry is heavily critiqued in 'The Unwinding'?
A) The education system
B) The agricultural sector
C) The healthcare industry
D) The financial industry
  • 4. In what year was 'The Unwinding' published?
A) 2010
B) 2013
C) 2018
D) 2015
  • 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) Diversity
C) Inequality
D) Bureaucracy
  • 7. Packer discusses the narratives of which group of people?
A) Ordinary Americans
B) Wealthy business owners
C) Historical figures
D) Political elites
  • 8. Which event is referenced to illustrate the economic downturn?
A) The Great Depression
B) World War I
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) Economic and social change
D) Education reform and healthcare access
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