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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 "Politics and Pacifism".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who, considered a heretic, does Einstein compare with Saint Francis of Assisi?
(a) Buddha.
(b) Confucious.
(c) Voltaire.
(d) Spinoza.

3. How many men refusing to fight on conscientious grounds at the same moment did Einstein think would be irresistible?
(a) 75,000
(b) 100,000
(c) 50,000
(d) 60,000

4. The book, WAR AGAIN TO-MORROW, which Einstein recommended, was written by whom?
(a) Heinrich Heine.
(b) Ludwig Bauer.
(c) Thomas Mann.
(d) Hermann Hesse.

5. What did Einstein deem the most important thing in helping humanity forward?
(a) school education.
(b) scientific advancements.
(c) the example of great and pure characters.
(d) money and economic well-being.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Einstein feel had to be gradually abolished as the political organization of Europe was strengthened?

2. How many years did Einstein spend in Berlin?

3. Tyrants of genius are succeeded by whom, in Einstein's opinion?

4. What did Einstein think would lead to an "international police"?

5. What Irish writer did Einstein esteem for his subtle humor and knowledge of human nature?

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