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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Chapter Two ends with Mrs. Einstein expressing her desire that her son becomes what?
(a) A violinist.
(b) A factory owner.
(c) A good father.
(d) A professor.

2. The reader learns that Einstein helps a girl understand a math question. How is she going to repay him for his help?
(a) Run errands for him.
(b) Clean his house.
(c) Money.
(d) An ice cream cone.

3. Why does Hermann Einstein know more about science than the average businessman?
(a) He has a PhD in chemistry.
(b) His factory produces electrical and chemical supplies.
(c) His son teaches him.
(d) He has read a great deal about science.

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

5. During Chapter Two, Albert tells his father that he wants something specific for his upcoming birthday. What is it?
(a) A compass.
(b) A horse.
(c) A chemistry set.
(d) A baseball bat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Toward the end of Chapter Two, Hermann finds Albert awake when he goes to check on the boy. Why does Albert say he's still awake?

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

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

4. Einstein's theory explains what about the sun?

5. What solution does Uncle Jake propose for Albert's difficulties in school?

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