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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Albert's nursery governess says what about her experience taking the children to the park?
(a) Albert always refuses to play with other children.
(b) Maja starts fights with other children.
(c) It usually starts raining by the time they get there.
(d) She spends all her time knitting.

2. Which of the following does Einstein NOT enjoy in Chapter Seven?
(a) Musical concerts.
(b) Plays.
(c) Formal parties.
(d) Opera.

3. What does Einstein say is the most important part of the Royal Society's research, after he receives their findings on his theory?
(a) That he can retire.
(b) That other scientists take him seriously.
(c) That someone can take such wondeful pictures.
(d) That he is finally recognized for his work.

4. The author gives three reasons why some scientists disagree with Einstein's work. Which of the following does the author NOT mention?
(a) They really believe he is wrong.
(b) They say it is impossible to take relativity seriously.
(c) They are jealous.
(d) They are after his job.

5. Based on Einstein's work, scientists follow clues on atomic energy and eventually learn how to do what?
(a) Harness solar energy to use as power.
(b) Transform a uranium atom into energy.
(c) Create a synthetic sun.
(d) Split a plutonium atom.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Swiss schools are not anxious to hire Einstein for all BUT WHICH of the following reasons?

2. In his spare time from work at the patent office, what does Einstein invent?

3. When asked if the new Mrs. Einstein understands the theory of relativity, how does Einstein respond?

4. Mrs. Einstein thinks her son should have what when he turns six?

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

(see the answer key)

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