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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his spare time from work at the patent office, what does Einstein invent?
(a) A better way to measure gravity.
(b) A device for measuring small electric charges.
(c) A new way to calculate distance.
(d) A formula to measure the energy of the sun.

2. When asked by a reporter if he is happy in America, how does Einstein respond?
(a) "I am much happier when I leave it."
(b) "I don't mind living here."
(c) "I think this place is a dump."
(d) "I am very happy if I ever get to see it."

3. Why is Einstein disgusted with his quarters on the ship for America?
(a) They are too close to steerage.
(b) They are too luxurious.
(c) They are not luxurious enough.
(d) They are not close to the kitchen.

4. Einstein grants one final interview to a young man in the safety of his cabin in Chapter Ten. Why does he grant this interview?
(a) Elsa begs him to grant it.
(b) The man threatens to blackmail him.
(c) So the young man doesn't lose his job.
(d) Because he is friends with the man's parents.

5. The President of Columbia University, in his introduction, says that Dr. Einstein gives the world...?
(a) "nothing special."
(b) "an intellectual lighthouse."
(c) "a grand new future."
(d) "a way to build weapons."

Short Answer Questions

1. At the close of Chapter Eleven, Einstein is asked about Hitler. What answer does he give?

2. When asked if the new Mrs. Einstein understands the theory of relativity, how does Einstein respond?

3. Of the following, who is NOT present at Einstein's welcome to America in Chapter Eleven?

4. After he becomes a Swiss citizen, Einstein is able to secure a government job in what field?

5. What kind of school does Einstein find in Aarau in Chapter Four?

(see the answer key)

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