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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Universe in a Nutshell.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Einstein receive the Nobel prize?
(a) 1943.
(b) 1925.
(c) 1967.
(d) 1921.

2. What theories implied that supersymmetric field particles should have superpartners?
(a) Supertheoric partner theories.
(b) Symmetric movement theories.
(c) Supergravity theories.
(d) Particle accelerator theories.

3. What do models based on imaginary time make?
(a) False predictions.
(b) Innumerable falsities.
(c) Good predictions.
(d) Blanket superstitions.

4. Because of the curvature of space-time, how do paths appear to bend?
(a) As if moved by magnets.
(b) As if moved by a field.
(c) As if moved by a plane.
(d) As if moved by gravity.

5. What do string theories most notably lack?
(a) Numbers.
(b) Dimensions.
(c) Proofs.
(d) Infinities.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do objects in space-time attempt to move?

2. What is a p = 2 brane?

3. How many articles did Einstein pen that rocketed him to the top of the scientific community?

4. What did Einstein wish people to abandon concerning time?

5. What can quantum theory represent?

(see the answer key)

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