The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory

What evidence does Brian Greene provide for the claim that the need to understand the universe is a central concern of humanity? Is this an accurate assessment? Why or why not? Use evidence from the text and/or other sources to support your argument.

How do the three major themes—The Human Need to Understand, The Unification of Physics, and The Limitations of Intuition—interrelate and influence each other? Use examples from the text to support your argument.

Consider Greene’s major argument in The Elegant Universe that string theory is the most likely solution to the search for a unifying theory. What evidence does he offer to support this argument, and is it effective/sufficient? Why or why not? Cite examples from the text and evidence from other sources you use during your research.