Chapter 4: A Truly Beautiful Mind
- Who is the chapter about?
The chapter is about Albert Einstein, one of the greatest scientists, who developed the theory of relativity. - When and where was Einstein born?
He was born on 14 March 1879 in Ulm, a city in Germany. - What unusual thing happened at Einstein’s birth?
His mother thought he was abnormally large and had a big head, making the family worried at first. - When did Einstein start speaking?
Einstein spoke very late, only at the age of two and a half years, and spoke slowly. - How did Einstein behave in school?
He was quiet, didn’t like strict discipline, and had no interest in rote learning, making him unpopular with teachers. - What were his favorite subjects?
He loved mathematics and physics from a young age and was especially interested in scientific laws and puzzles. - What did a headmaster say about Einstein?
A headmaster said Einstein would never succeed, and would never amount to much—an ironic prediction. - Where did Einstein continue his studies after school?
He studied at the University in Zurich, Switzerland, focusing on physics and mathematics. - Who did Einstein marry?
He married Mileva Marić, a fellow student from the university. They later got divorced. - What was Einstein’s job before becoming famous?
He worked at a patent office in Bern, where he evaluated inventions. - What is Einstein’s most famous theory?
The Theory of Relativity, especially the mass-energy equivalence equation: E = mc². - When did Einstein publish his famous paper?
In 1905, known as the “miracle year”, he published four groundbreaking papers, including relativity. - How did the world react to Einstein’s theory?
It revolutionized modern physics, and made him a global celebrity among scientists and ordinary people alike. - What award did Einstein receive in 1921?
He won the Nobel Prize for Physics, but not for relativity—it was for his work on the photoelectric effect. - Why did Einstein leave Germany?
Because of Hitler’s rise to power and the Nazi policies, he left for the United States in 1933. - Where did Einstein settle after leaving Germany?
He settled in Princeton, New Jersey, and worked at the Institute for Advanced Study. - What social cause did Einstein support?
He advocated for world peace, non-violence, and civil rights, especially opposing racial discrimination in America. - What was Einstein’s view on war?
He was a pacifist and believed that war destroyed humanity. He regretted the creation of the atomic bomb. - How did Einstein influence the atomic bomb project?
Though a peace lover, he wrote to President Roosevelt in 1939, warning about Germany’s nuclear research, which led to the Manhattan Project. - Did Einstein support the use of the bomb?
No, he deeply regretted it and became an active advocate for disarmament and peace afterward. - How was Einstein’s personality described?
He was humble, simple, thoughtful, and deeply concerned with humanity, beyond just science. - When did Einstein die?
He passed away in 1955, at the age of 76 in the United States. - Why is the chapter titled “A Truly Beautiful Mind”?
It emphasizes not just his intelligence, but also his compassion and commitment to peace, making his mind “beautiful.” - What does the chapter teach us?
It teaches that true greatness includes both brilliance and kindness, and knowledge must be used for the good of humanity. - What message does Einstein’s life give to students?
That being different isn’t wrong, curiosity matters, and standing up for truth and justice is just as important as academic success. - What made Einstein’s thinking unique?
His ability to think beyond the obvious, question accepted ideas, and combine imagination with logic. - How did Einstein oppose racism in America?
He stood up for African-American civil rights, spoke publicly against racism, and refused to stay silent. - Why did Einstein become a global citizen?
He believed in world unity, not narrow nationalism. He saw the Earth as one home for all humanity. - What is Einstein’s legacy today?
His theories changed science, and his moral courage inspired generations to combine knowledge with compassion. - What is the overall tone of the chapter?
Respectful, admiring, and inspirational, highlighting both the genius and the heart of Albert Einstein.