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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 was the cultural flowering of the Italian Renaissance based on?
(a) rich patrons who supported struggling artists.
(b) the beauty of the Italian landscape and aid of the Pope.
(c) portraying the scriptures in painting and sculpture.
(d) the liberation and comparative isolation of the individual.

2. What is the principle art of a teacher according to Einstein?
(a) the ability to hold the interest of his/her students.
(b) the ability to teach but also maintain discipline.
(c) to awaken the joy in creation and knowledge.
(d) the abiliity to inspire students to get high marks.

3. What did Einstein feel would lead to unemployment?
(a) too many people relying on welfare.
(b) not enough labor needed for production of goods.
(c) a depression.
(d) a recession.

4. What book lay always on Einstein's table?
(a) the Bible.
(b) the Talmud.
(c) an illustrated book of Japanese wood cuts.
(d) a book of colored drawings by Japanese children.

5. Who prevents the peaceful settlement of international disputes according to Einstein?
(a) the wealthy.
(b) arms manufacturers.
(c) political leaders.
(d) the citizens of the different countries.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who, considered a heretic, does Einstein compare with Saint Francis of Assisi?

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

4. What did Einstein feel was the greatest obstacle to world order?

5. Who was Einstein's closest friend during the time he spent in Berlin?

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