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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

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 starts plotting a German revolution.
(b) He thinks they're lying and refuses to spend time with them.
(c) He plans a career in government.
(d) He begins dreaming of freedom for all men.

2. With which detractors of his theories does Einstein grow particularly angry?
(a) Those who attack him on personal matters.
(b) Those who don't understand his theory.
(c) Those who set out to prove he is crazy.
(d) Those who are academically jealous.

3. How does Einstein feel about Mileva's ambitions?
(a) He thinks she is dumb and dislikes talking to her.
(b) He thinks she should focus more on housework.
(c) He thinks she is brilliant and enjoys her company.
(d) He thinks she is beautiful and charming.

4. What does Einstein's famous formula mean?
(a) Energy equals motion times the speed of light.
(b) Energy equals mass times the speed of sound cubed.
(c) Energy equals mass times the speed of light squared.
(d) Energy equals motion times the speed of sound squared.

5. During dinner in Chapter Two, why is Mrs. Einstein impatient for the children to get finished with dinner?
(a) They are having dessert.
(b) Albert needs to do his homework.
(c) She and her husband have a date.
(d) Her husband's employees are coming to enjoy some music.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author gives three reasons why some scientists disagree with Einstein's work. Which of the following does the author NOT mention?

2. What is the most important part of school for Einstein's multi-cultural friends at his new school?

3. When Einstein graduates from the University of Zurich, what degree is he awarded?

4. Einstein meets Mileva Maritsch at his new school. On what do they spend most of their time?

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

(see the answer key)

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