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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does it take Einstein to become a US citizen?
(a) Twenty years.
(b) Two years.
(c) Five years.
(d) Six months.

2. At the time this story takes place, Einstein is living in what country?
(a) Germany.
(b) Italy.
(c) United States.
(d) Spain.

3. Of the following, who is NOT present at Einstein's welcome to America in Chapter Eleven?
(a) Dr. Butler.
(b) John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
(c) Mayor Walker.
(d) President Taft.

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

5. 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?
(a) He is thinking.
(b) There is too much noise downstairs.
(c) He doesn't feel well.
(d) He is mad at his sister.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The author states that several French physicists give Einstein a cold reception in Chapter Eight. What reason does the author give for this?

3. What universities does Einstein NOT visit on his trip in Chapter Eight?

4. Why is Einstein disgusted with his quarters on the ship for America?

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

(see the answer key)

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