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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. The religions of civilized peoples are based primarily on what according to Einstein?
(a) brotherhood.
(b) morality.
(c) fear.
(d) worship of a superior Being.

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

3. What does Einstein remind himself a hundred times a day?
(a) that he is blessed to have a wonderful wife.
(b) that his inner and outer life depends on the labors of others.
(c) that he is a scientist.
(d) that he is grateful to have escaped Nazi Germany.

4. Who did Einstein consider the greatest and noblest man of his times?
(a) Konrad Lorenz
(b) Schweitzer
(c) H.A. Lorentz
(d) Ghandi

5. What elevates a man and enriches his nature, in Einstein's opinion?
(a) helping others less fortunate than he.
(b) giving his life for his country.
(c) the urge to understand, intellectual work, creative or receptive
(d) writing books that help others.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why were the laws of Prohibition destructive laws according to Einstein?

3. What does Einstein regard as contrary to justice and based on force?

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

5. Who does Einstein consider unfortunate and almost disqualified for life?

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