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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Two, the reader learns that Hermann Einstein does what for a living?
(a) He is unemployed.
(b) Travels around giving speeches.
(c) Writes a newspaper.
(d) He is a factory owner.

2. At the time this story takes place, Einstein is living in what country?
(a) Spain.
(b) Italy.
(c) United States.
(d) Germany.

3. 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.

4. Toward the end of Chapter Three, Albert tells his father that he wishes to attend what institution?
(a) MIT in the USA.
(b) Swiss Federal Polytechnic School in Zurich.
(c) The Science Institute in Berlin.
(d) His old Gymnasium in Munich.

5. In the last few pages of Chapter One, how long does Einstein say it takes for him to gain a world reputation?
(a) Six months.
(b) Two years.
(c) Almost overnight.
(d) A decade.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Hermann suggest his son ask about the compass?

2. Albert's mother usually lets him stay up late to listen to music, but tonight she sends him to bed. Why?

3. What types of questions does Albert think about when he visits the church on his way home from school?

4. Einstein's responses to the people he meets during the course of chapter one suggest what about his character?

5. What reason does Hermann give for moving his family to Munich?

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