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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III - Homo Sapiens Loses Control: The Great Decoupling.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the theory of relativity accepted but the theory of evolution is rejected?
(a) The theory of evolution is about animals.
(b) The theory of relativity does not change our religious beliefs.
(c) The theory of evolution cannot be proven.
(d) The theory of relativity is a scientific breakthrough.

2. Harari claims that humans are not individuals they are _________.
(a) Dualities.
(b) Subjective algorithms.
(c) Dividuals.
(d) Multi-dimensional.

3. What two types of abilities to humans have?
(a) Physical and sensory.
(b) Cognitive and behavioral.
(c) Cognitive and emotional.
(d) Physical and cognitive.

4. What French philosopher believed only humans feel and crave?
(a) Voltaire.
(b) Albert Einstein.
(c) Rene Descartes.
(d) Denis Diderot.

5. What non-invasive option are scientists using to learn about stimulating or inhibiting brain activities?
(a) Imaging scans and electrodes.
(b) Helmet-like devices fitted with electrodes.
(c) Electrodes attached to the skin.
(d) Imaging scans.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do scientists deny the existence of God?

2. Why did the U.S. ban creating three parent babies?

3. What written document helped thousands of Jews escape Nazi persecution in France?

4. Sapiens live in a ___________-layered reality.

5. Writing and money made it possible to _______________.

(see the answer key)

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