Albert Einstein — Questions and answers

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What was Albert Einstein's job when he started thinking about light and motion?

Choices

  1. A school teacher
  2. A patent clerk ✓
  3. A famous scientist
  4. A doctor

Answer: A patent clerk

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According to Special Relativity, what happens to time for objects moving at very high speeds?

Choices

  1. Time speeds up
  2. Time stops completely
  3. Time slows down ✓
  4. Time stays the same

Answer: Time slows down

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How does General Relativity describe gravity, using an analogy?

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  1. As invisible ropes pulling things together.
  2. As a colossal, flexible fabric with 'dips' made by massive objects. ✓
  3. As tiny magnets attracting each other.
  4. As a giant hand pushing planets.

Answer: As a colossal, flexible fabric with 'dips' made by massive objects.

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What two amazing things did Einstein's theories predict that were later found by scientists?

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  1. New types of stars and new planets.
  2. Black holes and gravitational waves. ✓
  3. Tiny invisible particles and super-fast spaceships.
  4. Giant aliens and talking animals.

Answer: Black holes and gravitational waves.

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Which everyday technology uses Einstein's theories to work accurately?

Choices

  1. Your television
  2. Your microwave oven
  3. The Global Positioning System (GPS) ✓
  4. Your bicycle

Answer: The Global Positioning System (GPS)

From page 8

What is a big part of Albert Einstein's legacy, besides his scientific equations?

Choices

  1. His ability to play musical instruments.
  2. His profound curiosity and willingness to reimagine reality. ✓
  3. His collection of rare stamps.
  4. His recipes for delicious desserts.

Answer: His profound curiosity and willingness to reimagine reality.

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