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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Four, Mileva is disgusted with the Kaiser because he says women should be concerned only with what?
(a) Family, Country, and Religion.
(b) Sewing, Children, and Money.
(c) Kitchen, Church, and Children.
(d) Work, Church, and Husband.

2. Why is Albert glad that his uncle doesn't ask about his friends at school?
(a) He is too busy with his friends to focus on schoolwork.
(b) The other boys think he's stupid.
(c) He doesn't think he needs friends.
(d) He hates the other kids.

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

4. In Hitler's eyes, Einstein is guilty because he is all BUT WHICH of the following?
(a) A scientist.
(b) A Jew.
(c) An internationalist.
(d) A pacifist.

5. The Commission for the Co-operation of Intellectuals is a part of which world organization?
(a) The Security Council.
(b) The League of Nations.
(c) The United Nations.
(d) The G20.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. The reader learns that Einstein helps a girl understand a math question. How is she going to repay him for his help?

5. A young man approaches Einstein, wanting to discuss the possibility of his formula being used to create explosives. How does Einstein respond?

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