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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 "Germany".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With which famous French writer did Einstein compare himself with in explaining his decision not to associate with the French Manifesto against anti-Semitism?
(a) Baudelaire
(b) Balzac
(c) Zola
(d) Hugo

2. On what basis did Einstein feel conscientious objectors must be protected?
(a) on a moral basis.
(b) on a religious basis.
(c) on a legal basis.
(d) on an international basis.

3. To whom shouldn't we leave the struggle against armaments and against the war spirit according to Einstein?
(a) to the youth of countries.
(b) to the people.
(c) to the Governments.
(d) to religion.

4. How did Einstein plan to abolish unemployment?
(a) legally reduce the number of working hours per week.
(b) build more factories.
(c) invent new jobs.
(d) lower salaries.

5. What are the peoples of all countries guilty of which make disarmament impossible?
(a) anger and greed.
(b) cowardice.
(c) stupidity.
(d) indifference and slackness.

Short Answer Questions

1. The book, WAR AGAIN TO-MORROW, which Einstein recommended, was written by whom?

2. What are the ideals which have lighted Einstein's way and given him courage to face life cheerfully?

3. What did Einstein deem the most important thing in helping humanity forward?

4. When was the declaration of the Prussian Academy of Sciences against Einstein written?

5. What have the churches always fought, according to Einstein?

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