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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Einstein feel about Mileva's ambitions?
(a) He thinks she is dumb and dislikes talking to her.
(b) He thinks she should focus more on housework.
(c) He thinks she is brilliant and enjoys her company.
(d) He thinks she is beautiful and charming.

2. What does Einstein's theory tell us about time and space?
(a) Neither go on forever in the same fixed way.
(b) Neither of them are measurable.
(c) Neither of them change.
(d) Neither of them matter.

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

4. In Chapter Two, the reader learns that Hermann Einstein does what for a living?
(a) Writes a newspaper.
(b) He is a factory owner.
(c) Travels around giving speeches.
(d) He is unemployed.

5. When Mrs. Einstein asks how Albert gets his nickname at school, what does he tell her?
(a) He doesn't tell a lie to the teacher to stay out of trouble.
(b) One of the teachers calls him that, and it sticks.
(c) He always asks dumb questions.
(d) He is usually mean to other kids.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does the author mention for why Mileva is unhappy in her marriage?

2. 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?

3. When Einstein graduates from the University of Zurich, what degree is he awarded?

4. Why is Hermann annoyed when the family sits down to dinner in Chapter Two?

5. In Chapter Six, a friend offers Einstein three positions in Berlin. Which of the following is NOT offered?

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