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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Einstein's attitude toward the murder of Walter Rathenau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, at the opening of Chapter Nine?
(a) He believes the man should be more careful.
(b) He is shocked and worried about the anti-Semitism rising in Germany.
(c) He doesn't feel that it makes a difference in his life.
(d) He thinks Rathenau has it coming.

2. Einstein's peers feel he has what attitude toward his country during Chapter Nine?
(a) Patriotic.
(b) Unpatriotic.
(c) Smug.
(d) Hateful.

3. Einstein resigns from the Commission for the Co-operation of Intellectuals after a year because he realizes what about the organization?
(a) They are only interested in making money.
(b) They are only interesting in the smaller countries.
(c) They are only interested in stopping Communism.
(d) They are only interested in helping the powerful members.

4. What does Einstein do after his retirement in Chapter Fourteen?
(a) Travels around the world.
(b) Sleeps a lot.
(c) Continues figuring out new theories.
(d) Visits friends.

5. Once the atomic bomb is built and tested, how does Einstein recommend the US proceed?
(a) Warn enemy nations of the bomb's potential.
(b) Use the bomb on any nation with which the US disagrees.
(c) Bomb one or two enemy nations.
(d) Never use the bomb.

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

7. What is Einstein's position on pacifism as he ages and as tension once again rises in Europe?
(a) He is no longer a pacifist.
(b) He is more strongly pacifist.
(c) He doesn't think about it any longer.
(d) He writes papers on what a good idea pacifism is.

8. How does Einstein finally decide to deal with the autograph requests in Chapter Eight?
(a) Refuses to sign any more.
(b) Declares that the request must include money for charity.
(c) Stops answering them completely.
(d) Has a stamp of his signature made and has his wife answer them.

9. Why is Einstein disgusted with his quarters on the ship for America?
(a) They are not close to the kitchen.
(b) They are not luxurious enough.
(c) They are too luxurious.
(d) They are too close to steerage.

10. Einstein adopts a terrier pup in Chapter Fourteen. What is the name of the dog?
(a) Elsa.
(b) Chico.
(c) Maja.
(d) Darwin.

11. During the racial purge of German Universities, which of the following groups are NOT fired?
(a) Pacifists.
(b) Older professors.
(c) Those married to Jewish women.
(d) Freemasons.

12. At the close of Chapter Eleven, Einstein is asked about Hitler. What answer does he give?
(a) "Hitler is an amazing man."
(b) "You soon see what kind of man Mr. Hitler is."
(c) "I don't know who you're talking about."
(d) "I do not enjoy Mr. Hitler's acquaintance."

13. A major event takes place in Einstein's family in Chapter Ten. What is it?
(a) Pauline dies.
(b) Hermann loses his job.
(c) Elsa becomes ill.
(d) Margot gets married.

14. During the tour of Japan, Einstein's guide says that Einstein offends Japanese people. How?
(a) He does not put on a clean coat for the lecture.
(b) He does not greet the mayor appropriately.
(c) His lecture does not last four hours like the first.
(d) He does not bother to learn Japanese.

15. Einstein is worried toward the end of Chapter Ten because he learns that it is not safe to do what in Marseilles, France?
(a) Speak German.
(b) Appear American.
(c) Go for a walk.
(d) Work in schools.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. As the Einsteins prepare to return to California in 1932, Dr. Einstein tells his wife to take a long look at their house. Why?

4. What is Einstein's attitude about his new celebrity status at the beginning of Chapter Eight?

5. Which of the following does the author NOT mention as current possible benefits of atomic power?

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