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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did the experimental nature of science come from?

2. How are scientists generally portrayed on television?

3. What piece of technology existed in 1860?

4. What are Maxwell's calculations written in?

5. What is a single ratings point worth in prime time advertising dollars?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to students between kindergarten and graduating high school?

2. What did James Clerk Maxwell achieve?

3. Describe the response that Carl Sagan's article in Parade magazine received from readers?

4. What great responsibility does science have?

5. How did Edward Teller react to the theory on nuclear winter?

6. What is the distinction between science and 'shamanism' or religious doctrine?

7. What is the difference between science and faith healing?

8. What negative traits sometimes exist in skeptics?

9. What was the HCUA?

10. What lessons can be learned from the legal system and applied to matters of politics, economics, religion, and ethics?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay that tells the story of a scientist who has shown exceptional courage and bravery in standing by their claims and research.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay about a technology or invention that has had a negative impact upon humanity. Be sure to include:

1) Examples to back up your point.

2) Recommendations on what to do about the technology.

3) Lessons that can be learned from this technology in order to prevent future harm.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay describing a controversial area of science either from history or the present day. Be sure to address:

1) The nature of the controversy.

2) The views of the scientists vs. the views of those who oppose them.

3) How the controversy was resolved, or how you think it can be resolved.

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