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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, pp. 1-28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the one good thing about the fact that America has heaped so many accolades on Einstein?
(a) That it may help them forgive Germany's excesses.
(b) It is a sign that materialism has not completely taken over the minds of Americans.
(c) That it is a sign that Americans value education.
(d) That it is a sign that America is open minded.

2. What does Einstein laud in "Congratulations to a Critic"?
(a) The abillity to use criticism constructively.
(b) The ability to understand without criticizing.
(c) The ability to receive criticism without sulking.
(d) The ability to think independently.

3. Of what does Einstein warn Fascist nations?
(a) Having too much pride in genetic heritage.
(b) Seeking to dominate weaker neighbors.
(c) Seeking to overpopulate.
(d) Being to provencial.

4. For what do human beings have a thirst?
(a) Deliberate action.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Absolute conviction.
(d) Assured knowledge.

5. Who does Einstein say are now the ones who advocate international thought?
(a) Intellectuals.
(b) Pseudo-artists.
(c) Communists.
(d) Politicians.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Einstein say individuals should not be singled out and given all-encompassing admiration?

2. What has too much influence on public thought?

3. Whose saying has greatly influenced Einstein since he was quite young?

4. What is one attribute of American research that is giving them an increasing edge in the development of technology over other countries?

5. In what way does Einstein compare Europeans to Americans?

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