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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I - Homo Sapiens Conquers the World: The Anthropocene.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is biological engineering?
(a) Scientists who also study engineering.
(b) Making changes to human DNA and the genetic code.
(c) Adding non-organic devices to the human body.
(d) The development of super powers.

2. Harari compares the expulsion of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden to what revolution?
(a) The Industrial Revolution.
(b) The Agricultural Revolution.
(c) The American Revolution.
(d) The Information Age.

3. What is the single greatest constant in history?
(a) Everything changes.
(b) We always learn lessons.
(c) The future is unknown.
(d) People never change.

4. According to Harari, what is the correct classification of sensations and emotions?
(a) Algorithms.
(b) Natural selection.
(c) Feelings.
(d) Reproduction.

5. In most Semitic languages, what does "Eve" mean?
(a) Snake.
(b) Mother.
(c) Woman.
(d) Helper.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Harari consider the best reason to learn history?

2. Animists believe ______.

3. In what religious philosophy do humans replace gods?

4. What was the first deadly disease Europeans brought to North America?

5. What common algorithm is used in cooking?

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