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

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

3. Einstein mentions during the Berlin gift nonsense that it "becomes an excuse for many people for the best thing there is in life:________".
(a) "I mean a laugh."
(b) "I mean debate."
(c) "I mean entertainment."
(d) "I mean money."

4. As Chapter Twelve ends, the Einsteins are once again headed for what country?
(a) France.
(b) Spain.
(c) Germany.
(d) America.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. During Chapter Eight, Einstein tells his wife to pack as he intends to travel to which country?

2. In what area does Mrs. Einstein excel?

3. Einstein decides in Chapter Twelve that he sends a letter of resignation to the Academy at Berlin. What is the response?

4. What is unusual about Einstein's recommendations for people to take a US hospital job?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe and explain Einstein's answer to the reporter who asks about the political climate in Germany. Why is Einstein so careful in answering?

2. Why are the Einsteins happier in California than on other trips? What is different?

3. Why is Einstein no longer a pacifist in Chapter Fourteen?

4. Describe Einstein's attempts to help those less fortunate refugees in Chapter Thirteen.

5. What does Einstein's behavior after Elsa's death in Chapter Thirteen tell the reader about him? Is he insensitive?

6. Explain Einstein's worries about the German Republic and his disturbing revelation in Marseilles.

7. What reason does Einstein give for wishing to cooperate particularly with American scientists?

8. Why does Einstein finally decide to settle in America?

9. Why is Einstein so enthused to meet Dr. Albert Michelson in California?

10. Why do some Berlin scientists imply that Einstein is a traitor to his country?

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