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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Into how many parts is "Religion and Science" divided?
(a) 3.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 1.

2. What is one of Freud's accomplishments that Einstein praises?
(a) His system of dream interpretation.
(b) His ability to arbitrate for peace.
(c) Freud's binding in the psyche of combative/destructive instincts with those of love and life.
(d) His desire to share openly.

3. Why does Einstein say individuals should not be singled out and given all-encompassing admiration?
(a) It will discourage others to excel.
(b) It will discourage true thought.
(c) It will give them too high an opinion of themselves.
(d) Because there are many quiet, unobtrusive individuals as deserving as the one singled out.

4. What does Einstein value in the German system of government?
(a) Its help for people in need or illness.
(b) Its rigidity.
(c) Its structure.
(d) Its adherence to tradition.

5. In "Paradise Lost," what does Einstein particularly rue?
(a) That Milton did not go far enough in his epic poem.
(b) That Eve is blamed for sin.
(c) That nationalism has subverted the sharing of intellectual and artistic pursuits.
(d) That he has no artistic talents.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Einstein encourage lesser scientists to do?

2. What should history do?

3. Who does Einstein praise for her moral qualities and hardships above her intellectual accomplishments?

4. How does a country enslave its citizens?

5. How are Americans foolish?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Einstein's opinion about science, religion and conflict?

2. What does Einstein think of the policy of security through superior military power and what does he say this policy has done?

3. In To the Schoolchildren of Japan what are Einstein's hopes for Japanese children and how does that bear out?

4. What does Einstein say about scientist and religion?

5. How does Einstein view the state's function and what does he define as a state slave?

6. What's the main idea behind "Freedom?"

7. Give a brief statement of Einstein's definition of religion and science.

8. How does Einstein feel about America's isolationist policy and America's role in Europe?

9. What does Einstein say scientists and engineers should do in relationship to war?

10. How does Einstein feel about sharing his views?

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