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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Einstein characterize the House Un-American Activities Committee?

2. What does Einstein value in the German system of government?

3. How does Einstein view Bertrand Russell?

4. How are Americans foolish?

5. What is one of Freud's accomplishments that Einstein praises?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Einstein say society depends upon schools to do and why do they?

2. How does Einstein view the state's function and what does he define as a state slave?

3. How does Einstein feel about America in his first trip there?

4. What does Einstein say to the Progressive Education Association

5. What was the name of the two writings by Einstein that spoke of his trip to America?

6. Give a brief statement of Einstein's definition of religion and science.

7. What does Einstein say scientists and engineers should do in relationship to war?

8. What is Einstein's view of the relationship between technology and employment?

9. How does Einstein feel about sharing his views?

10. What is the main theme in Paradise Lost by Einstein?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Einstein discusses both the League of Nations and its successor, UNESCO. Discuss the following:

1. What are Einstein's views about the League of Nations and UNESCO? Which does he think is more effective?

2. What improvements do Einstein thinks a world governing council needs compared to the League of Nations and UNESCO?

3. Do you think the United Nations as it exists today would meet with Einstein's approval? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Einstein gives the reader an overview of his philosophy of life in the essay, "The World as I See It." Discuss one of the following:

1. Discuss Einstein's opinions of three topics. Do you agree or disagree with him? Why?

2. Compare and contrast Einstein's opinions from this essay with what you might imagine he would think today in the 21st century. How do you think his opinions would change? Would remain the same? Explain fully.

3. Discuss how you think Einstein's view on several topics from this essay informs his life as a scientist.

Essay Topic 3

Einstein attempts to explain the basis of anti-Semitism. Discuss one of the following:

1. Why does Einstein think many hate Jews? Do you agree with his assessment? Why or why not?

2. Do you think hatred and genocide of any group of people is ever justified? Explain. Do you think anti-Semitism still exists in the United States? Explain.

3. Do you think the Jewish people have any responsibility for the Arab attitude towards them in the 21st century? Why or why not?

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