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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Bohr react to the discovery mentioned in question #82?
(a) He believed in it, but is now skeptical
(b) He was skeptical, but now believes in it
(c) He still does not believe it
(d) He was unconditionally supportive

2. What explanation does Bohr give for the number of Heisenberg’s coveted object in Germany?
(a) German publications are printing less work
(b) The birthrate goes down during wartime
(c) German funding has been cut
(d) The Jewish scientists have fled the country

3. Who accompanied Heisenberg on his 1947 trip to Copenhagen?
(a) A British intelligence minder
(b) A Gestapo officer
(c) His son
(d) His wife

4. Where do Heisenberg and Bohr go first on their latest visit?
(a) Bohr’s home
(b) Bohr’s office
(c) For a walk in the park
(d) Heisenberg’s office

5. In Act 2, how does Margrethe attempt to cut the tension between the two men?
(a) By reminding them of the old days
(b) By scolding them
(c) By changing the subject
(d) By offering tea and cake

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Margrethe fear is the inspiration behind Heisenberg’s visit?

2. Why is Margrethe afraid of Heisenberg’s visit?

3. According to Margrethe, what happened every time Heisenberg tried to explain why he visited?

4. Why does Bohr refuse Heisenberg’s invitation?

5. What excuse does Bohr make for Heisenberg regarding this first stop?

(see the answer key)

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