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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Einstein first lectures on his theory in the US, he comments that, "It is all very simple." How does the audience respond?
(a) Begins shouting at him.
(b) Stares at him silently.
(c) Bursts into laughter.
(d) Gets up and leaves the lecture hall.

2. What is Mrs. Einstein's role in her husband's new fame?
(a) She is disgusted that he is not more interested in his fans.
(b) She tries to keep visitors and letters manageable.
(c) She dislikes the whole mess and usually stays in her room.
(d) She plays hostess to all their visitors.

3. Whom does Hermann suggest his son ask about the compass?
(a) Cousin Elma.
(b) His mother.
(c) His teacher.
(d) Uncle Jake.

4. In Chapter Four, Mileva is disgusted with the Kaiser because he says women should be concerned only with what?
(a) Kitchen, Church, and Children.
(b) Family, Country, and Religion.
(c) Work, Church, and Husband.
(d) Sewing, Children, and Money.

5. During Chapter Two, Albert tells his father that he wants something specific for his upcoming birthday. What is it?
(a) A compass.
(b) A baseball bat.
(c) A horse.
(d) A chemistry set.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hermann Einstein know more about science than the average businessman?

2. One of the people who attends Einstein's lecture in Paris is _____.

3. Einstein's theory explains what about the sun?

4. Toward the end of Chapter Two, Hermann finds Albert awake when he goes to check on the boy. Why does Albert say he's still awake?

5. When asked if the new Mrs. Einstein understands the theory of relativity, how does Einstein respond?

(see the answer key)

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