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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Einstein think is the man least likely to be duped by desires?
(a) The Pope.
(b) Hitler.
(c) Freud.
(d) Churchill.

2. How does Einstein characterize the newly-formed State of Israel?
(a) As wise as a serpent and innocent as a dove.
(b) As infantile in its political acumen.
(c) As just another government that falsely assumes safety is to be found in military might.
(d) That it conforms as closely as possible with the ethical ideals of peace, understanding, and self-restraint.

3. How does Einstein view Bertrand Russell?
(a) With contempt.
(b) With much sceptism.
(c) Admirably.
(d) With condescension.

4. What three topics are addressed in Part 1?
(a) Freedom, love, government.
(b) Government, education and religion.
(c) Freedom, religion, and education.
(d) Science, religion, and relationships.

5. Neither intelligence nor institutions can substitute for what?
(a) A life that is safe.
(b) Understanding, justice, and willingness to help others.
(c) Military aid to save the Jews.
(d) A new homeland for the Jews.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one thing Einstein says about Zionism?

2. What has stood in the way of the development of technology in China and India?

3. How does Einstein characterize pure scientific research?

4. According to Einstein, what provides no security to the world situation?

5. What will force even the most reactionary scientists to cooperate?

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