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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What kind of school does Einstein find in Aarau in Chapter Four?
(a) The same kind of school he attends in Munich.
(b) One where teachers really try to help their students learn.
(c) A lazy place where teachers don't expect much of students.
(d) A difficult school where he quickly grows bored.

3. 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.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. Mrs. Einstein thinks her young son's problems are perhaps due to what?

5. What does Einstein tell the boy from the porch that he remembers best about Munich?

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