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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Great Demotions, Chapter 4, A Universe Not Made For Us.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Geocentric theory state?
(a) The Earth is a flat disc.
(b) The sun moves around the Earth.
(c) The planets and heavens are all fixed.
(d) The Earth moves in a perfect circle.

2. What is one trait of human beings that Sagan cites as being responsible for our belief in our importance in the universe?
(a) Industry.
(b) Creativity.
(c) Insecurity.
(d) Ignorance.

3. The Anthropic Principle is divided into two theories that are termed what?
(a) Greater and lesser.
(b) Orthodox and reformed.
(c) Old and new.
(d) Strong and weak.

4. What punishment did Galileo suffer as a result of his works?
(a) He was put under permanent house arrest.
(b) He was beheaded.
(c) He was imprisoned for life.
(d) He was burned at the stake.

5. What fault does Sagan admit that science has?
(a) It is marred by human perception and arrogance.
(b) It is always inaccurate.
(c) It can only develop theories, not laws.
(d) It fails to uplift human spirits.

Short Answer Questions

1. As of 1990, how many planets did the Voyager craft explore?

2. Which of the following is a major point opponents of space exploration raise?

3. As of 1990, how many moons did the Voyager craft explore?

4. What scientist is credited with making the first discoveries that caused problems for the geocentric theory?

5. What space probe was an important part of Sagan's career, and passed by a major planet in 1976?

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