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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Blunders of Science - An Alternative Vision.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Henderson, science provides tools to achieve what purpose?
(a) To act as a modern-day religion.
(b) To allow scientists to entertain themselves.
(c) To enable mankind to solve problems.
(d) To create a method for understanding God.

2. What animal is NOT listed as an example of Unintelligent Design?
(a) The Llama.
(b) The Irish elk.
(c) The Indonesian mudskipper.
(d) The Dodo.

3. What is the term scientists use to explain human' ability to "mimic the forces of nature?"
(a) Natural selection.
(b) Artificial selection.
(c) Conscious selection.
(d) Subconscious selection.

4. What does Henderson say is the name of the man who invented the Macarena?
(a) Retardo.
(b) Fernando.
(c) Alberto.
(d) Alejandro.

5. What does Henderson say the term "ex nihilo" means?
(a) "Out of the sea."
(b) "Out of pasta."
(c) "Out of Doritos."
(d) "Out of nothing."

Short Answer Questions

1. What two epithets do Snodgrass and Jaffari use to describe who they try to appeal to?

2. What does Henderson say is the purpose of chihuahuas and poodles?

3. What is the other name for Flying Spaghetti Monsterism?

4. What is the Flying Spaghetti Monsterist's "chosen garb?"

5. In "An Alternative Viewpoint," what appliance does Longshanks use to describe the difference between Evolution and Intelligent Design?

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