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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of school does Einstein find in Aarau in Chapter Four?
(a) The same kind of school he attends in Munich.
(b) A difficult school where he quickly grows bored.
(c) One where teachers really try to help their students learn.
(d) A lazy place where teachers don't expect much of students.

2. Einstein meets Mileva Maritsch at his new school. On what do they spend most of their time?
(a) Debating religious issues.
(b) Reading and discussing scientific problems.
(c) Planning social revolution.
(d) Going out with friends.

3. When Einstein first lectures on his theory in the US, he comments that, "It is all very simple." How does the audience respond?
(a) Stares at him silently.
(b) Bursts into laughter.
(c) Begins shouting at him.
(d) Gets up and leaves the lecture hall.

4. What reason does Albert give when asked why he doesn't ask his teachers questions?
(a) Other kids make fun of him when he asks.
(b) He hates school.
(c) His teachers don't know the answers.
(d) They don't like him.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. At the time this story takes place, Einstein is living in what country?

2. At the opening of the book, what is the name of the street on which Einstein is walking?

3. The Einsteins come to the conclusion that they should divorce. What does the author say about their relationship after the divorce?

4. 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?

5. What does Mileva say she misses about Switzerland during Chapter Six?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is interesting about Einstein's approach to the customary visits usually undertaken by new staff members? What is the result of his decision?

2. As Einstein starts receiving professorships, why is Mileva still frustrated with their financial situation?

3. Why is Einstein asked not to return to the Luitpold Gymnasium?

4. According to the author, why does young Einstein not fit in at his school?

5. Describe Mileva Maritsch's frustrations with her marriage to Einstein. Is it Einstein with whom she is displeased, or something else?

6. What does the reader learn about Albert from his questions about his father's compass?

7. Why is young Einstein disgusted with his music teacher? Explain.

8. Is it easy or difficult to manage a child like Albert? Explain.

9. The author states that relativity is not new, and she uses a train as an example. Explain this example. Why does the author use this example?

10. Describe Pauline Einstein. What kind of woman is she?

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