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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In relation to Michelson and Morley's work, Einstein's theory claims what?
(a) The universe travels at the speed of sound.
(b) There is nothing absolutely at rest in the universe.
(c) There is nothing in motion in the universe.
(d) Michelson and Morley do their experiment incorrectly.

2. Why does the boy from the porch think Einstein might help him?
(a) He is willing to pay.
(b) He can blackmail Einstein.
(c) They are both refugees.
(d) They are related.

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

4. How does Uncle Jake feel when Albert admits how he feels about school?
(a) Angry.
(b) Secretly sympathetic.
(c) Annoyed.
(d) Sad.

5. Einstein's work, and the work of scientists after him, eventually lead to the creation of what?
(a) Atomic bomb.
(b) National Guild of Scientists.
(c) Nuclear fusion.
(d) Solar energy.

Short Answer Questions

1. When finally able to test the theory, researchers discover what about Einstein's work?

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

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

4. What does Einstein's famous formula mean?

5. Why is Albert kicked out of school in Chapter Two?

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