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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Six, a friend offers Einstein three positions in Berlin. Which of the following is NOT offered?
(a) University of Berlin.
(b) The Science Institute of Berlin.
(c) Prussian Academy of Sciences of Berlin.
(d) Kaiser Wilhelm Institute of Berlin.

2. Who becomes Einstein's second wife?
(a) Elsa.
(b) Geneva.
(c) Margot.
(d) Maja.

3. 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.

4. Mileva decides to add to the household income by supplementing her husband's university job with income from what?
(a) Taking in boarders.
(b) Working in a factory.
(c) Giving piano lessons.
(d) Tutoring students.

5. As the war drags on, scientists in which country are planning to test Einstein's theory on the total eclipse?
(a) Germany.
(b) England.
(c) Spain.
(d) France.

6. The reader learns that Einstein helps a girl understand a math question. How is she going to repay him for his help?
(a) Money.
(b) Run errands for him.
(c) An ice cream cone.
(d) Clean his house.

7. Einstein moves his family into a small apartment to save money, and the children wake up covered in bites. What is biting them?
(a) Fleas.
(b) Bedbugs.
(c) Rats.
(d) Roaches.

8. The two American scientists, Michelson and Morley, are trying to measure the speed of what?
(a) Time.
(b) Light.
(c) Comets.
(d) Sound.

9. In Chapter Four, what kind of father is Einstein?
(a) Unavailable.
(b) Strict.
(c) Devoted.
(d) Distant.

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

11. Why is Hermann Einstein pleased when his son displays interest in the pocket watch?
(a) Albert usually throws a temper tantrum when in trouble.
(b) He is happy that the Albert is sorry for his behavior.
(c) He is glad his son can tell time.
(d) Albert seldom expresses interest about anything.

12. During Chapter Six, in which of the following cities do Einstein and his family NOT live?
(a) Zurich.
(b) Prague.
(c) Berlin.
(d) Paris.

13. Einstein's theory explains what about the sun?
(a) How it can send light and heat without burning out.
(b) How it creates heat.
(c) How it first comes into existence.
(d) How it creates light.

14. 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) She feels he doesn't have enough time for his family.
(c) She is concerned about their financial situation.
(d) The University doesn't promote his work.

15. During Chapter Two, Albert tells his father that he wants something specific for his upcoming birthday. What is it?
(a) A horse.
(b) A chemistry set.
(c) A compass.
(d) A baseball bat.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Based on Einstein's work, scientists follow clues on atomic energy and eventually learn how to do what?

3. 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?

4. Why is Albert kicked out of school in Chapter Two?

5. In his spare time from work at the patent office, what does Einstein invent?

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