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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After his mother’s death, what was one of the reasons why Victor delayed his departure to university?
(a) To help Elizabeth through her grief.
(b) To help his father settle the estate.
(c) The plan his mother's funeral.
(d) To console family members.

2. Which of the following began Victor’s fascination with lightning and electricity?
(a) An electric storm that destroys a nearby tree.
(b) Benjamin Franklin’s scientific experiments.
(c) Albert Einstein’s scientific breakthroughs.
(d) A storm that destroys the family home.

3. At what age did Victor’s parents decide he should go to university?
(a) Eighteen.
(b) Fifteen.
(c) Seventeen.
(d) Twenty.

4. How many days after being exposed to illness did Caroline become ill in Chapter 3?
(a) Two weeks.
(b) Three days.
(c) Ten days.
(d) A month.

5. Who was Beaufort?
(a) A childhood friend of Victor's.
(b) Victor's cousin.
(c) Caroline's father.
(d) A business partner of Alphonse.A business partner of Alphonse.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Victor, what must one study if they want to examine the causes of life?

2. What does Victor say in the final pages of Chapter 3 decided his future for him?

3. Growing up, what did Henry desire to learn above all else?

4. How long did Victor spend at school without a single visit home because of his devotion to his studies?

5. While at university, what did Victor wish to do with his scientific discoveries?

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