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The Demon Haunted World by Carl Sagan
Contributed by: Hewitt
  • 1. What is the primary theme of 'The Demon-Haunted World'?
A) The techniques of magic
B) The history of supernatural beliefs
C) The benefits of religious faith
D) The importance of scientific skepticism
  • 2. Which term describes the fear of science and technology?
A) Superstition
B) Rationalism
C) Technophobia
D) Empiricism
  • 3. What does Sagan argue is crucial for a democracy?
A) Religious influence
B) Critical thinking
C) Blind faith
D) Traditional values
  • 4. In 'The Demon-Haunted World', Sagan emphasizes the need for what in public discourse?
A) Ignorance
B) Conformity
C) Dogma
D) Skepticism
  • 5. Sagan promotes science as a tool for what?
A) Empowerment and understanding
B) Control and manipulation
C) Dogma and tradition
D) Fear and intimidation
  • 6. According to Sagan, how should scientific theories be treated?
A) They should be tested and refined
B) They should be based on consensus
C) They should be accepted absolutely
D) They should avoid questioning
  • 7. Sagan advocates for which of the following in education?
A) Historical revisionism
B) Scientific literacy
C) Mysticism
D) Religious indoctrination
  • 8. What type of pseudoscience does Sagan critique in the book?
A) Botany
B) Sociology
C) Geology
D) Astrology
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