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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, Einstein makes friends from other countries at his new school. What affect do their stories have on him?
(a) He plans a career in government.
(b) He thinks they're lying and refuses to spend time with them.
(c) He starts plotting a German revolution.
(d) He begins dreaming of freedom for all men.

2. After he becomes a Swiss citizen, Einstein is able to secure a government job in what field?
(a) University.
(b) Congress.
(c) Postal Service.
(d) Patent Office.

3. Einstein meets Mileva Maritsch at his new school. On what do they spend most of their time?
(a) Going out with friends.
(b) Reading and discussing scientific problems.
(c) Planning social revolution.
(d) Debating religious issues.

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

5. Einstein receives several gifts as he prepares to leave the US. What is his attitude toward these gifts?
(a) He doesn't like them.
(b) He thinks Americans are crazy.
(c) He is puzzled.
(d) He believes he deserves them.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who takes care of Einstein after his divorce?

2. How does Einstein feel about Mileva's ambitions?

3. The President of Columbia University, in his introduction, says that Dr. Einstein gives the world...?

4. What does Einstein say is the most important part of the Royal Society's research, after he receives their findings on his theory?

5. After the war, two teams are sent to record the total eclipse. Why are there two teams?

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