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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. A young man approaches Einstein, wanting to discuss the possibility of his formula being used to create explosives. How does Einstein respond?
(a) He is horrified.
(b) He dismisses the idea as foolish.
(c) He agrees to meet with the young man later.
(d) He angrily tells the young man to leave.

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

3. Besides the honor of the award in Chapter Ten, Einstein also receives what?
(a) New professorship.
(b) International acclaim.
(c) Forty thousand dollars.
(d) Research grant.

4. The Commission for the Co-operation of Intellectuals is a part of which world organization?
(a) The United Nations.
(b) The G20.
(c) The Security Council.
(d) The League of Nations.

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

6. What part of California do the Einsteins NOT enjoy?
(a) Beautiful foothills.
(b) Pacific ocean.
(c) Good weather.
(d) Great hotel.

7. During Chapter Nine, how does Mrs. Einstein begin to feel about their fame?
(a) She is growing frustrated with it all.
(b) She doesn't wish to return home to their former life.
(c) She is happier than ever.
(d) She is concerned about how it affects her children.

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

9. What is Einstein's favorite part about the job at the new university as Chapter Thirteen begins?
(a) He makes more money.
(b) It is informal.
(c) He has a better house.
(d) It is a bigger school.

10. When asked by a reporter if he is happy in America, how does Einstein respond?
(a) "I am much happier when I leave it."
(b) "I think this place is a dump."
(c) "I don't mind living here."
(d) "I am very happy if I ever get to see it."

11. After children sing carols at the Einstein house for Christmas, what reward does he offer them?
(a) A few pennies.
(b) Math lessons.
(c) He goes with them.
(d) Some cookies.

12. Einstein returns to work at the end of Chapter Thirteen. Why is this unusual?
(a) It is the holidays.
(b) He has no work to do.
(c) He is no longer being paid.
(d) His wife dies a few days earlier.

13. What is ironic about Hitler's attitude toward Einstein in Chapter Twelve?
(a) Einstein makes Hitler famous.
(b) Einstein doesn't live in Germany.
(c) Einstein agrees with Hitler's policies.
(d) Einstein is not particularly tied to his religion.

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

15. Hitler turns on the Jews first because he is not yet ready for war. He intends to wage war on all BUT WHICH of the following countries?
(a) France.
(b) America.
(c) Russia.
(d) England.

Short Answer Questions

1. Einstein resigns from the Commission for the Co-operation of Intellectuals after a year because he realizes what about the organization?

2. Toward the end of Chapter Thirteen, what happens to Elsa Einstein?

3. What does Elsa say about her memory of Einstein as a young boy?

4. In Chapter Fourteen, some of Einstein's colleagues ask him to set up a meeting with ________ to discuss their work on the atom bomb.

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

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