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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why is Hermann Einstein pleased when his son displays interest in the pocket watch?
(a) Albert seldom expresses interest about anything.
(b) Albert usually throws a temper tantrum when in trouble.
(c) He is glad his son can tell time.
(d) He is happy that the Albert is sorry for his behavior.

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

4. During dinner, Maja tells her parents that her brother likes to do what?
(a) Throw rocks at animals.
(b) Pick on other children.
(c) Make up songs and sing them.
(d) Play in the sand pile.

5. After dinner, Albert claims he'll be able to sleep better if he can take what to bed?
(a) A warm blanket.
(b) His teddy bear.
(c) The compass.
(d) A glass of water.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the hometown of the boy waiting on the porch significant to Einstein?

2. According to Chapter One, what odd experience does Einstein have in Germany before he leaves?

3. The boy Miss Dukas leaves on the porch mentions to Einstein that his family all die in concentration camps, and that he is from what city?

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

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

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