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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. What does Henderson tell Pastafarians to do if they are not allowed to practice their religion freely?

2. Why do Pastafarians tend to be secretive?

3. Why must Pastafarianism be taught only by someone wearing "full pirate regalia?"

4. How long should potential converts try Pastafarianism before converting?

5. What does Henderson say is really behind the John Scopes trial?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Henderson say to Evolutionists in his "Final Note?"

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

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

4. Why did Galileo go on trial for his theories?

5. What is the "olive branch" Henderson offers to Intelligent Design proponents in his "Final Note?"

6. What did Giordano Bruno do as a spy against the Catholics that causes Henderson to dub him "a major asshole?"

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

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

9. In addition to pamphlets, what are the "intrepid soldiers of the FSM" armed with?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay using the section entitled "Toward a New SuperScient" as an inspiration. Take one of two positions; one, that science and superstition should be kept entirely separate, or the other, the superstition and science should be taught together. What are the pros of the chosen position? Use Henderson's book and other outside sources to support your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay concerning the sections of Henderson's books entitled "The Need for Alternate Theories" and "An Alternate Viewpoint." Some questions one may want to consider include: Why do Henderson and Longshanks insist that alternate theories must be taught in schools? What are the theories the two want taught in schools? What are the implications of including all theories in school curricula? Do the authors want all theories taught in schools, or just certain ones?

Essay Topic 3

Choose one individual that appears in Henderson's "A History of Heretics" section. Write an essay explaining the life and teachings of that individual, and the role that person plays in history. After establishing the individual's history and historical significance, explain what about their life or teachings makes them heretical to the Pastafarian church.

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