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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what month did the 1914 meeting actually take place?
(a) December
(b) October
(c) September
(d) November

2. What is the main barrier between Heisenberg and Bohr at the beginning of the former’s visit?
(a) Margrethe
(b) Their nationalities
(c) Jealousy
(d) A romantic relationship

3. What does Bohr consider to have ended before Heisenberg even arrives?
(a) The war
(b) Their friendship
(c) His marriage
(d) His research

4. What is the reason for the frequency of Bohr’s skiing and sailing trips?
(a) He is looking for distraction
(b) The areas are occupied by the Germans
(c) He has been busy with his science
(d) He needs the relaxation

5. Why does Bohr think Heisenberg’s visit might be apolitical?
(a) They have different political views
(b) Their work is only in theoretical physics
(c) Bohr is a Dane and Heisenberg is a German
(d) Scientists don’t care about politics

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the second thing that Heisenberg thinks he will remain famous for?

2. How often has Bohr gone sailing since Heisenberg last saw him?

3. Who is the elder of the scientists?

4. What did Schrödinger’s animal have with it?

5. Why is Heisenberg not in touch with the English physicists?

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