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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Einstein feel would have undermined the ideas and principles which had won a place of honor for Germany in the civilized world?
(a) His attacking the politics of Germany in 1933.
(b) His resignation from the Prussian Academy of Sciences.
(c) His putting in a "good word" for the German nation of 1933.
(d) His resignation from the Bavarian Academy of Sciences.

2. Why were the laws of Prohibition destructive laws according to Einstein?
(a) They were thought up by prudish ladies.
(b) They promoted crime.
(c) They couldn't be enforced.
(d) Some alcohol, especially wine, is healthy.

3. Why had the Prussian Academy of Sciences confidently expected Einstein to defend Germany?
(a) because he didn't want to be thrown out of the Academy.
(b) because he would put his scientific connections first.
(c) because he would fear them.
(d) because he had belonged to the Academy for a long time.

4. What did Einstein feel was one of the noblest features of the French tradition?
(a) the bravery of the French people.
(b) the honesty of the French people.
(c) the highly developed sense of justice of the French people.
(d) the love of life the French exhibit.

5. What did H.A. Lorentz devote himself to?
(a) research
(b) writing books
(c) reconciliation
(d) religion

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Einstein believe prompted the development of the superior American technical devices and work organization?

2. What finally happens when businesses go smash?

3. How does Einstein feel one does the best service to his fellowmen?

4. What philosopher said: "a man can do as he will, but not will as he will" , a saying which inspired Einstein from his youth up?

5. On what date did Einstein write an answer to the Prussian Academy's statement against him?

(see the answer key)

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