Question 1

Bertrand Russell is :

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Bertrand Russell was an English philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, writer, social critic, and Nobel laureate. He was indeed an essayist, among many other things, but he was from England, not America, France, or Germany.

Question 2

"Human Knowledge, Its Scope and Limits" is authored by

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"Human Knowledge, Its Scope and Limits" is a book written by Bertrand Russell, a British philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, writer, social critic, and Nobel laureate.

Question 3

Russell received the Nobel Prize for Literature in the year------

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Bertrand Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1950.

Question 4

Russell's "Limits of Human Power" is a chapter from:

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The answer of Russell's "Limits of Human Power" is a...

Question 5

According to Russell, the two very different elements in science are:

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Russell identified "scientific knowledge" and "scientific technique" as the two very different elements in science, emphasizing the distinction between understanding scientific principles (knowledge) and applying them in practical ways (technique).

Question 6

According to Russell, --------are interested in scientific technique

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Technocrats are primarily interested in scientific technique as they focus on the application of technology and science in practical and administrative contexts.

Question 7

----------are concerned to discover natural laws

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Scientific theorists aim to discover and understand natural laws through observation, experimentation, and analysis.

Question 8

Which among the following is a statement made by Russell

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Bertrand Russell, a British philosopher, mathematician, and historian, made various statements about human nature and capabilities. The statement "Man is neither impotent nor omnipotent" reflects Russell's nuanced view on human power and limitations, suggesting that while humans have significant abilities, they are not all-powerful. This perspective aligns with his broader philosophical views on human knowledge, ethics, and the limits of human understanding.

Question 9

Russell considers man as being neither impotent nor omnipotent because:

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Russell views man as neither impotent nor omnipotent because, while humans have significant capabilities, these capabilities are not limitless or as extensive as one might desire. This acknowledges human potential while recognizing its boundaries.

Question 10

"Our Plundered Planet" is a book by:

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The answer of "Our Plundered Planet" is a book by:
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Question 11

"Road to Survival" is a book by

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"Road to Survival" is a book written by William Vogt, published in 1948, which is considered a seminal work in the environmental movement.

Question 12

The word 'Politbureau' is a

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Politbureau is a compound word formed by combining the words 'political' and 'bureau'.

Question 13

"Politbureau" is a contraction of:

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The answer of "Politbureau" is a contraction of:
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Question 14

What does "megalomania" mean?

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Megalomania is a psychological condition where a person has an exaggerated belief in their power or importance, often manifesting as a desire for power and authority over others.

Question 15

Present industry, in fact, is a 'kind of rape'..........depends upon irreversible process, it all uses up the 'earth's capital', is a 'spendthrift'. Where does this passage occur?

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The passage occurs in "Limits of Human Power" by Bertrand Russell.

Question 16

What is the full form of DDT?

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DDT stands for Dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane, which is a chemical compound known for its insecticidal properties.

Question 17

DDT was discovered by

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Swiss chemist Paul Hermann Müller was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1948 for his discovery of the high efficiency of DDT as a contact poison against several arthropods.

Question 18

The concept of the Survival of the fittest is related to:

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The concept of "Survival of the fittest" is most closely associated with Charles Darwin, who used it to describe the mechanism of natural selection in the theory of evolution.

Question 19

Rachel Carson is

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Rachel Carson was an American marine biologist, author, and conservationist whose work is credited with advancing the global environmental movement.

Question 20

"Silent Spring" is a work authored by:

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"Silent Spring," published in 1962, is a seminal environmental science book written by Rachel Carson. It is credited with launching the environmental movement by exposing the dangers of pesticides to the environment, particularly DDT.

Quiz 2: Literature, Environment and Society: Bertrand Russell, Rachel Carson, and Sarah Joseph