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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The Swiss schools are not anxious to hire Einstein for all BUT WHICH of the following reasons?
(a) He is a beginner.
(b) He is a foreigner.
(c) He is not qualified.
(d) He is a Jew.

3. Who becomes Einstein's second wife?
(a) Geneva.
(b) Elsa.
(c) Maja.
(d) Margot.

4. What is the result of the total eclipse expeditions in Chapter Seven?
(a) They are unable to get the pictures needed.
(b) The teams never gets to their destinations.
(c) The total eclipse does not happen as scheduled.
(d) They get the pictures needed.

5. What is the most important part of school for Einstein's multi-cultural friends at his new school?
(a) Parties.
(b) Learning.
(c) A diploma.
(d) Being away from their families.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Toward the end of Chapter Seven, Einstein's theory is finally ______.

3. During his tour of America, Einstein is beginning to have grave concerns about what situation at home in Germany?

4. Who takes care of Einstein after his divorce?

5. Which of the following does Einstein NOT enjoy in Chapter Seven?

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