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Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Part 1, pp. 1-28

1. What kind of thinker in humanities is Einstein and how does he act about his fame?

2. How does Einstein feel about sharing his views?

3. What is the main theme in Paradise Lost by Einstein?

4. How does Einstein feel about America in his first trip there?

5. What was the name of the two writings by Einstein that spoke of his trip to America?

6. What does Einstein talk about in The World as I See It?