The Cosmic Connection by Carl Sagan

1. What is the main theme of 'The Cosmic Connection'?

A) The future of artificial intelligence
B) The development of the scientific method
C) The interconnectedness of the universe and humanity
D) The history of space exploration

2. What method does Sagan propose to search for extraterrestrial intelligence?

A) Microscopic analysis
B) Radio signals
C) Space probes
D) Human observation

3. Sagan discusses the 'Pale Blue Dot' as a reference to which planet?

A) Earth
B) Venus
C) Mars
D) Jupiter

4. Which concept does Sagan use to explain the vastness of time and space?

A) Cosmic calendar
B) Chrono-map
C) Galactic timeline
D) Universal clock

5. What does Sagan suggest is a fundamental aspect of human nature?

A) Stagnation
B) Exploration
C) Domination
D) Indifference

6. In addressing humanity's future, Sagan emphasizes the significance of what?

A) International cooperation
B) Nationalism
C) Capitalism
D) Isolationism

7. Sagan encourages what kind of thinking to confront the mysteries of the universe?

A) Emotional thinking
B) Philosophical thinking
C) Scientific thinking
D) Superstitious thinking

8. What does Sagan claim about the universe's evolution?

A) It will soon come to an end
B) It is predetermined
C) It is static and unchanging
D) It is ongoing and dynamic

9. Sagan speaks about which possibility for the future of human civilization?

A) Space colonization
B) Virtual reality
C) Artificial superintelligence
D) Time travel

10. Sagan stresses the importance of which characteristic for the survival of democracy?

A) Loyalty
B) Blind faith
C) Critical thinking
D) Conformity

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