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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Einstein encourages other scientists to check his theories, one of which requires a total eclipse. What prevents that experiment?
(a) World War 2.
(b) Russian Civil War.
(c) World War 1.
(d) Franco-Prussian War.

2. Albert tells his uncle that being in school is like what?
(a) Sleep walking.
(b) Going to prison.
(c) Being a soldier.
(d) Going to the doctor.

3. With what part of Einstein's job at the university is his wife dissatisfied in Chapter Six?
(a) She doesn't like the other professors.
(b) The University doesn't promote his work.
(c) She feels he doesn't have enough time for his family.
(d) She is concerned about their financial situation.

4. Elsa Einstein notes in an interview that "To be the wife of this man..."
(a) "is a huge nuisance."
(b) "is very entertaining."
(c) "is absolutely wonderful."
(d) "is very difficult."

5. What is Einstein's attitude toward politics during Chapter Seven?
(a) He is involved for a long time.
(b) He finds it fascinating.
(c) He is never interested.
(d) He thinks it ridiculous.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Einstein first lectures on his theory in the US, he comments that, "It is all very simple." How does the audience respond?

2. Besides the honor of the award in Chapter Ten, Einstein also receives what?

3. The city of Berlin decides to give Einstein what for his 50th birthday?

4. What is the result of the total eclipse expeditions in Chapter Seven?

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

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