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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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) Almost overnight.
(c) A decade.
(d) Two years.

3. What does Einstein say he thinks is the result of seeing the charm on his father's watch?
(a) Creates his curiosity.
(b) Makes him hate his father.
(c) First arouses his interest in science.
(d) Drives him to study geology.

4. What is the result of the total eclipse expeditions in Chapter Seven?
(a) They get the pictures needed.
(b) The teams never gets to their destinations.
(c) They are unable to get the pictures needed.
(d) The total eclipse does not happen as scheduled.

5. At the time it is published, the popular saying about Einstein's famous theory is what?
(a) Only a dozen men in the world understand it.
(b) He is completely insane.
(c) The idea is an old one that everyone knows about.
(d) It changes the world.

Short Answer Questions

1. Toward the end of Chapter Seven, Einstein's theory is finally ______.

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

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

4. Mrs. Einstein is frightened and alarmed when she hears what report in Chapter Twelve?

5. Mrs. Einstein worries that her son has difficulty in school. What reason does she NOT mention for being worried?

(see the answer key)

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