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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Bohr’s conception of the work that the two scientists did together in the 1920s?
(a) They put man at the center of the universe
(b) They solved the mystery of the atom
(c) They proved the existence of God
(d) They made science accessible to all

2. Where was the ski resort that all three main characters visited?
(a) Copenhagen
(b) Leipzig
(c) Tisvilde
(d) Hamburg

3. What kind of impression does Heisenberg make on his first stop with Bohr?
(a) A positive one
(b) A neutral one
(c) A negative one
(d) He already knows everybody

4. What inspired the Nazi’s nickname for Heisenberg?
(a) His interest in atomic physics
(b) His loyalty to their cause
(c) His interest in theoretical physics
(d) His mistaken calculations

5. Where were Heisenberg’s rooms in 1924?
(a) In a modern apartment building
(b) In comfortable quarters at the Institute
(c) In servants’ quarters at the Institute
(d) In a palace

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Nazi’s nickname for Heisenberg?

2. What did Heisenberg’s theory need in order to work?

3. What is notable about Heisenberg’s accepting the chair at Leipzig?

4. How old was Ernest when Heisenberg arrived?

5. What is the name of the Bohr’s son who features most prominently in the play?

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