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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the opening of the book, what is the name of the street on which Einstein is walking?
(a) Munich Street.
(b) MC Square.
(c) Melbourne Street.
(d) Mercer Street.

2. In Hitler's eyes, Einstein is guilty because he is all BUT WHICH of the following?
(a) A Jew.
(b) A pacifist.
(c) A scientist.
(d) An internationalist.

3. Albert's mother usually lets him stay up late to listen to music, but tonight she sends him to bed. Why?
(a) She is tired of answering his questions.
(b) He is misbehaving all day.
(c) His cheeks are flushed and she's worried he is getting a fever.
(d) He is late for supper.

4. How many students attend Einstein's first few lectures at the university in Chapter Six?
(a) 2.
(b) 180.
(c) 0.
(d) 35.

5. Why does the boy from the porch think Einstein might help him?
(a) They are both refugees.
(b) He can blackmail Einstein.
(c) He is willing to pay.
(d) They are related.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the racial purge of German Universities, which of the following groups are NOT fired?

2. The boy Miss Dukas leaves on the porch mentions to Einstein that his family all die in concentration camps, and that he is from what city?

3. Who takes care of Einstein after his divorce?

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

5. At the close of Chapter Eleven, Einstein is asked about Hitler. What answer does he give?

(see the answer key)

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