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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Einstein is very happy to travel to California as Chapter Eleven begins because he gets to meet ______________, one of his early inspirations.
(a) Copernicus.
(b) Madame Curie.
(c) Michelson.
(d) Morley.

2. In Chapter Four, Einstein makes friends from other countries at his new school. What affect do their stories have on him?
(a) He thinks they're lying and refuses to spend time with them.
(b) He starts plotting a German revolution.
(c) He plans a career in government.
(d) He begins dreaming of freedom for all men.

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

4. The author states that several French physicists give Einstein a cold reception in Chapter Eight. What reason does the author give for this?
(a) His German birth.
(b) His crazy theories.
(c) His unkempt appearance.
(d) His inability to speak French.

5. Albert's mother usually lets him stay up late to listen to music, but tonight she sends him to bed. Why?
(a) He is misbehaving all day.
(b) His cheeks are flushed and she's worried he is getting a fever.
(c) She is tired of answering his questions.
(d) He is late for supper.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the time it is published, the popular saying about Einstein's famous theory is what?

2. What does Einstein's theory tell us about time and space?

3. What is Einstein's attitude toward politics during Chapter Seven?

4. What nickname do the boys at school give Albert?

5. Einstein grants one final interview to a young man in the safety of his cabin in Chapter Ten. Why does he grant this interview?

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