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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In his spare time from work at the patent office, what does Einstein invent?
(a) A better way to measure gravity.
(b) A device for measuring small electric charges.
(c) A new way to calculate distance.
(d) A formula to measure the energy of the sun.

3. When asked by a reporter if he is happy in America, how does Einstein respond?
(a) "I think this place is a dump."
(b) "I am very happy if I ever get to see it."
(c) "I am much happier when I leave it."
(d) "I don't mind living here."

4. Einstein is very happy to travel to California as Chapter Eleven begins because he gets to meet ______________, one of his early inspirations.
(a) Copernicus.
(b) Morley.
(c) Michelson.
(d) Madame Curie.

5. When Einstein graduates from the University of Zurich, what degree is he awarded?
(a) Doctorate of Chemistry.
(b) Bachelor of Science.
(c) Doctorate of Physics.
(d) Associate of Physics.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. With what aspect of New York is Einstein frustrated?

4. What kind of school does Einstein find in Aarau in Chapter Four?

5. Einstein encourages other scientists to check his theories, one of which requires a total eclipse. What prevents that experiment?

(see the answer key)

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