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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why is Albert glad that his uncle doesn't ask about his friends at school?
(a) He doesn't think he needs friends.
(b) He hates the other kids.
(c) The other boys think he's stupid.
(d) He is too busy with his friends to focus on schoolwork.

3. Why is Hermann annoyed when the family sits down to dinner in Chapter Two?
(a) Albert does not come in for dinner.
(b) The mashed potatoes are cold.
(c) His daughter is misbehaving.
(d) The knife he is using is dull.

4. Whom does Hermann suggest his son ask about the compass?
(a) His mother.
(b) Uncle Jake.
(c) His teacher.
(d) Cousin Elma.

5. The Swiss schools are not anxious to hire Einstein for all BUT WHICH of the following reasons?
(a) He is a Jew.
(b) He is not qualified.
(c) He is a foreigner.
(d) He is a beginner.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What kind of school does Albert attend in Chapter Two?

4. Einstein's work, and the work of scientists after him, eventually lead to the creation of what?

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

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