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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When Einstein graduates from the University of Zurich, what degree is he awarded?
(a) Associate of Physics.
(b) Doctorate of Chemistry.
(c) Doctorate of Physics.
(d) Bachelor of Science.

3. What reason does the author mention for why Mileva is unhappy in her marriage?
(a) She no longer loves her husband.
(b) Her children are badly behaved.
(c) She has to keep house and has no time for learning.
(d) Her husband never spends any time with her.

4. What types of questions does Albert think about when he visits the church on his way home from school?
(a) Science issues.
(b) Inventions.
(c) Religious issues.
(d) Human behavior.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Einstein's famous formula mean?

2. What does Einstein say he thinks is the result of seeing the charm on his father's watch?

3. Why doesn't Miss Dukas let the strange boy waiting for Einstein on the porch come inside the house?

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

5. Einstein tells Miss Dukas he let the boy from the porch in for what purpose?

(see the answer key)

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