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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1 "The World as I See It".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom did Einstein write about the sacredness of the pursuit of scientific truth requesting protection of Italian scholars.
(a) Niccolo Machiavelli.
(b) Mussolini.
(c) Bergoni, Italian Minister of Science.
(d) Rocco, Minister of State, Rome.

2. What did Popper-Lynkaeus feel society was responsible for?
(a) promoting nationalism.
(b) the fate of every individual.
(c) keeping crime in check.
(d) keeping a viable, profitable economic condition.

3. How did Einstein view property, outward success and luxury?
(a) as desirable.
(b) as contemptible.
(c) as goals to be attained.
(d) as necessary for everyone.

4. What did Einstein abhor as the worst outcrop of the herd nature?
(a) lack of individuality.
(b) the military system.
(c) materialism.
(d) crime.

5. What did Einstein feel used to unite Europe as late as the 17th century?
(a) a common ideal and use of the Latin language.
(b) religion.
(c) the physical proximity of the European countries.
(d) politics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What elevates a man and enriches his nature, in Einstein's opinion?

2. Who, in this materialistic world, are the most profoundly religious people according to Einstein?

3. What about Einstein was in contrast to his passionate sense of social justice and social responsibility?

4. To what subject did Katzenstein devote his scientific energies during the last 10 years of his life?

5. What has little place in the life of America as compared with Europe, according to Einstein?

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