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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. Who does Henderson say is known as "The Original Renaissance Man?"

2. According to Henderson, Flying Spaghetti Monsterism is the only religion supported by what?

3. In James Blackburn, Ph.D.'s note, what does EGO stand for?

4. When is a parrot -- or parrot substitute -- useful to a Pirate?

5. The "major new fund raising campaign" Henderson mentions involves which two elements?

Short Essay Questions

1. In his first pamphlet, what three reasons does Henderson offer non-believers to convert?

2. What is implied in the photograph that shows the Flying Spaghetti Monster present at a lunar landing?

3. Why did Charles Darwin's father threaten to "remove young Charles' colander and other kitchen utensils?"

4. According to Henderson, why should Pastafarian missionaries spend their time in high-traffic areas?

5. Why does Henderson suggest gluing the googly eyes to pipe-cleaners first while making the Flying Spaghetti Monster Simulacrum?

6. Name three things that are necessary to do or have in order to act like a Pirate.

7. What method of fund-raising employed by televangelist Christians does Henderson consider unethical?

8. What "interesting place" is tagged with the Pirate-fish stencil in the "Swag" section of the book?

9. What motivation does Henderson offer to Pastafarians to contribute to their church?

10. What does Henderson say is the only way to avoid inaction, and what does he recommend Pirates do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Using The Gospel of the Flying Spaghetti Monster as a guide, write an essay about the Flying Spaghetti Monster both as a deity and as a cultural phenomenon. Include his characteristics as a god, including His physical appearance, his personality, and his relationship with humanity. Also include his significance in today's culture, including his role in the debate between Evolutionists and Intelligent Design proponents.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay comparing and contrasting Pastafarianism to two other religious parodies. In your essay, summarize the different parodies and explain their significance. Some questions you may want to consider include: What do the parodies have in common? How are they different? What have been some responses to those parodies? What is the purpose behind the parodies? Use quotes and examples from each parody.

Essay Topic 3

Henderson often focuses extensively on the theory of Evolution. Write an essay that includes a short history of Evolution, including its origins, what it teaches, and some evidences scientists use to support the theory. In your essay, also include Henderson's arguments against Evolution. Can the two theories (Evolution and Flying Spaghetti Monsterism) ever be reconciled? If the FSM created Evolution, can it still be considered a possible theory?

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