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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who takes care of Einstein after his divorce?
(a) His father, Hermann.
(b) His wife, Mileva.
(c) His cousin, Elsa.
(d) His mother, Pauline.

2. To which country do the Einsteins move after leaving America?
(a) Germany.
(b) France.
(c) Russia.
(d) Belgium.

3. On the way home from the trip to Japan, Einstein cannot resist an invitation to visit what country?
(a) Portugal.
(b) England.
(c) Spain.
(d) America.

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

5. At the time it is published, the popular saying about Einstein's famous theory is what?
(a) The idea is an old one that everyone knows about.
(b) It changes the world.
(c) Only a dozen men in the world understand it.
(d) He is completely insane.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the tour of Japan, Einstein's guide says that Einstein offends Japanese people. How?

2. During Chapter Nine, how does Mrs. Einstein begin to feel about their fame?

3. How does Einstein feel about Mileva's ambitions?

4. How does Einstein refer to the way he feels about lecturing at the university?

5. What impression does the reader have of Mileva's attitude toward her life during Chapter Six?

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