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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5, pp. 217-290.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Einstein encourage lesser scientists to do?
(a) Not be isolationist.
(b) To help those scientist on the edge of big break throughs.
(c) To work alone and not waste the time of geniuses.
(d) To work diligently even if its on a very small discovery.

2. In what year is "Religion and Science" written?
(a) 1941.
(b) 1937.
(c) 1929.
(d) 1939.

3. For what does Einstein admire Kepler?
(a) For workinhg out the laws of gravity.
(b) For working out the planetary motions with no one's support and the understanding of few.
(c) For knowing when to look deeper into his theories.
(d) For standing by his ideas despite the inquisition.

4. Neither intelligence nor institutions can substitute for what?
(a) A life that is safe.
(b) Military aid to save the Jews.
(c) Understanding, justice, and willingness to help others.
(d) A new homeland for the Jews.

5. Who is is the "noblest man of our times" and a natural leader?
(a) J. Menniger.
(b) The engineer Joseph Popper-Lynkaeus.
(c) The Dutch physicist H. A. Lorentz.
(d) Mahatma Ghandi.

Short Answer Questions

1. When are people happiest?

2. Why does Einstein refuse the demands?

3. What does Inertia cause?

4. What does Einstein believe about all profound scientists?

5. What is one thing Einstein says Jews must do?

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