Who was Ernest Weil? How did he help Albert?
Ernest Weil was a doctor. He had qualified as a doctor only the previous week. He was a good friend of Yuri. Albert told Yuri of his plan of staying away from the school. Yuri told him to go to Dr. Ernest Weil to get a medical certificate for that purpose. Dr. Weil really helped Einstein in this matter.
What did Elsa think of Albert?
Elsa was Albert’s cousin. She told Albert that she was sure Albert could learn enough to pass the examinations if he tried. She told him that she knew many students more stupid than Albert. They got through the examinations. So he should also try and pass the examination.
What advice did Elsa give to Albert regarding passing the examinations?
Elsa told Albert that she knew many boys who were more stupid than Albert. They could pass the examination easily. For this, Albert didn’t need to learn what had been taught to him. However, he should be able to repeat it in the examination.
How did Albert Einstein decide to get rid of his school? Explain.
Albert didn’t feel at ease at school. After his encounter with the teacher he felt insulted. He decided to get rid of his school by producing a false certificate from a doctor. The doctor was to certify that he had a nervous breakdown. It would serve his purpose. He would not be medically fit to stay in the school.
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