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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5, pp. 217-290.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How would you characterize Einstein's beliefs in this section of the book?
(a) Uncertain.
(b) Strong and unwavering.
(c) Harsh.
(d) Intimidating

2. What does the theory of relativity resemble?
(a) A helix.
(b) A two-story building.
(c) A question and answer format.
(d) A circle.

3. What sort of life does Einstein believe is good for all human beings?
(a) Full of change.
(b) Simple.
(c) Cluttered with stuff with which to amuse.
(d) Intensely focused.

4. What does Einstein value in the German system of government?
(a) Its rigidity.
(b) Its help for people in need or illness.
(c) Its structure.
(d) Its adherence to tradition.

5. How does Einstein characterize the first ten years of the Jewish presence in Palestine?
(a) As about what expected.
(b) As a dismal failure.
(c) As exceeding all expectations.
(d) As grueling and discouraging.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does truth applied to science or religion convey?

2. In what decade does Einstein write "A Reply to the Invitation to Participate in a Meeting against Anti-Semitism" ?

3. What would be for better than for a Jewish state to be created?

4. Why does Einstein put mathematics above other sciences?

5. Why does Einstein refuse the demands?

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