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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of school does Einstein find in Aarau in Chapter Four?
(a) A difficult school where he quickly grows bored.
(b) A lazy place where teachers don't expect much of students.
(c) The same kind of school he attends in Munich.
(d) One where teachers really try to help their students learn.

2. On the way home from the trip to Japan, Einstein cannot resist an invitation to visit what country?
(a) England.
(b) Spain.
(c) America.
(d) Portugal.

3. In Chapter Four, Einstein makes friends from other countries at his new school. What affect do their stories have on him?
(a) He thinks they're lying and refuses to spend time with them.
(b) He starts plotting a German revolution.
(c) He begins dreaming of freedom for all men.
(d) He plans a career in government.

4. How many students attend Einstein's first few lectures at the university in Chapter Six?
(a) 35.
(b) 180.
(c) 0.
(d) 2.

5. Einstein is most interested in what part of being a professor?
(a) Prestige.
(b) Honor.
(c) Research.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Einstein becomes famous, the visitors coming to the house want a variety of things. Which of the following is NOT one of their demands?

2. The city of Berlin decides to give Einstein what for his 50th birthday?

3. Einstein meets Mileva Maritsch at his new school. On what do they spend most of their time?

4. Toward the end of Chapter Three, Albert tells his father that he wishes to attend what institution?

5. During the tour of Japan, Einstein's guide says that Einstein offends Japanese people. How?

(see the answer key)

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