Character Sketch: Albert Einstein at School | English Literature for Grade 11 PDF Download

Character Sketch of Albert Einstein

Einstein as a student was very frank and fearless. Albert Einstein showed the sparks of genius even at a young age. His way of thinking even at that age was quite mature and practical. He was an exceptional student and had solved not only the entire book of Mathematics but also knew very advanced level math. Albert has an enquiring mind and a curious nature. He had a thirst for information and he liked to study books on science. Einstein was quite considerate about the problems existing in society. His heart ached to see the young boys wasting their time in useless activities. He was very much worried about his career. He did not compromise or adjust to the system of education which encouraged learning without understanding. Albert knew the school was not doing him much good and so he wanted to get away from Munich and go to Milan for admission in a college.

Character Sketch of Dr Weil

Dr. Ernest Weil was a very young doctor who had recently become a qualified doctor. He was a very kind human being. He was a good friend of Yuri and agreed to help Einstein when Yuri discussed his problem with him. His goodness is visible from the fact that before issuing a certificate for a nervous breakdown, he asked Einstein what he would do after quitting school. When he was satisfied with Einstein’s reply, only then he gave him the certificate. He did not charge a single penny from Einstein for the help, which shows his kind gesture.

Character Sketch of Yuri

Yuri is a student of the medical school who is senior to Einstein. Yuri was his only friend with whom he shared his sorrows, concerns and worries. Yuri was the only person who stood by Albert when he was feeling miserable at school and also at his lodging in Munich. Yuri not only comforted him and gave him hope, but he also found a doctor for him who could issue Albert a certificate for a nervous breakdown so that using it Albert could go away from the school, where he had some adjustment issues with his history teacher, Mr Braun.