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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Heisenberg’s illustration of his theory, what or who is the nucleus?
(a) The mast
(b) Margrethe
(c) The heart
(d) Bohr

2. What does the uncertainty principle pertain to?
(a) The electron
(b) The quark
(c) The proton
(d) The atom

3. What non-scientific talent of Kramers’ do Heisenberg and Bohr discuss?
(a) He played the piano
(b) He was a good swimmer
(c) He skied well
(d) He played the cello

4. What would the consequences be for Heisenberg if his government knew what he was doing in Copenhagen?
(a) He would be shot
(b) He would be forbidden to travel
(c) He would be put on trial
(d) There wouldn’t be any

5. What language does Bohr claim he is speaking?
(a) English
(b) German
(c) Danish
(d) The language of classical mechanics

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Heisenberg in relationship to the Bohrs’ eldest son?

2. What did Heisenberg not understand when he had his moment of clarity?

3. How does Margrethe refer to Weizsacker?

4. What does Heisenberg still insist works?

5. What thought process does Bohr love that Heisenberg does not?

(see the answer key)

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