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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When was Sputnik 1 launched?
(a) October 4, 1957.
(b) October 4, 1967.
(c) October 4, 1977.
(d) October 4, 1947.

2. What does the fortune-teller say to a client in Sagan's favorite cartoon?
(a) 'You will die soon.'
(b) 'You have been abducted by aliens.'
(c) 'You are very gullible.'
(d) 'You have nice hands.'

3. Which religion denies germ theory?
(a) None of the above.
(b) Islam.
(c) Christian Science.
(d) Scientology.

4. What is CSICOP?
(a) A group of UFO enthusiasts.
(b) A support organization for wounded cops.
(c) A secret government program to create a robot police officer.
(d) A skeptic's organization.

5. What did U.S. students average on a global algebra test?
(a) 4%.
(b) 99%.
(c) 43%.
(d) 78%.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Sagan, what is the skeptical movement's main weakness?

2. Which of the following was not a codename for a military balloon?

3. How many Americans believe in reincarnation?

4. How long did it take for history to pass from god-driven to human-driven?

5. What does ACLU stand for?

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