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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Four, what kind of father is Einstein?
(a) Distant.
(b) Strict.
(c) Devoted.
(d) Unavailable.

2. What part of California do the Einsteins NOT enjoy?
(a) Pacific ocean.
(b) Great hotel.
(c) Beautiful foothills.
(d) Good weather.

3. Of the following, who is NOT present at Einstein's welcome to America in Chapter Eleven?
(a) John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
(b) Mayor Walker.
(c) President Taft.
(d) Dr. Butler.

4. After the war, two teams are sent to record the total eclipse. Why are there two teams?
(a) To verify that the results are not fake.
(b) One team is not very good.
(c) In case the weather is bad in one location.
(d) International tension might make it difficult for teams to get to the location.

5. As the war drags on, scientists in which country are planning to test Einstein's theory on the total eclipse?
(a) England.
(b) Germany.
(c) France.
(d) Spain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does the author mention for why Mileva is unhappy in her marriage?

2. What is the result of the total eclipse expeditions in Chapter Seven?

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

4. What is Einstein's attitude toward politics during Chapter Seven?

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

(see the answer key)

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