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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) To work diligently even if its on a very small discovery.
(b) To help those scientist on the edge of big break throughs.
(c) To work alone and not waste the time of geniuses.
(d) Not be isolationist.

2. Why does Einstein think humans act and think?
(a) To satisfy needs and avoid pain.
(b) Because they are superior to animals.
(c) Because it is a compulsion built into them genetically.
(d) In order to evolve.

3. Why does Einstein think the protest will do better without his participation?
(a) The Germans will not think he incited them.
(b) The Germans will not be hostile towards Einstein as a result.
(c) It will have a greater air of impartiality.
(d) It will be attended by more people.

4. What does truth applied to science or religion convey?
(a) A lesser truth.
(b) Nothing clear.
(c) A higher truth.
(d) That there is no truth.

5. With what is Judaism concerned?
(a) The return of Jews to their homeland.
(b) Moral attitudes.
(c) The proper worship of God.
(d) The hope of the afterlife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the "ether" idea invented by earlier scientists?

2. How does Einstein characterize the newly-formed State of Israel?

3. How do the actions of the heroes of the battle of the Warsaw Ghetto help all Jewish people?

4. Who has created the League of Nations?

5. How would you characterize Einstein's beliefs in this section of the book?

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