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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Einstein tell the boy from the porch that he remembers best about Munich?
(a) Fighting on the playground.
(b) Playing with his sister in the front yard.
(c) Walking to school everyday.
(d) Listening to his mother play Beethoven on the piano.

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

3. At the opening of the book, what is the name of the street on which Einstein is walking?
(a) Melbourne Street.
(b) MC Square.
(c) Munich Street.
(d) Mercer Street.

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

5. On his walk at the opening of Chapter One, who does Einstein NOT greet?
(a) A young girl.
(b) Another professor.
(c) His boss.
(d) The postman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Hermann Einstein pleased when his son displays interest in the pocket watch?

2. What does Einstein say he thinks is the result of seeing the charm on his father's watch?

3. The author says that Albert and Maja resemble each other strongly except for one feature. What is different about the children?

4. After he becomes a Swiss citizen, Einstein is able to secure a government job in what field?

5. During Chapter Two, Albert tells his father that he wants something specific for his upcoming birthday. What is it?

(see the answer key)

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