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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters III and IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sara's mother become angry when she sees what Sara has done to the potatoes?
(a) Because Sara did not bake the potatoes properly.
(b) Because Sara dropped the potatoes.
(c) Because Sara did not wash the potatoes.
(d) Because Sara skinned the potatoes.

2. Who is Zalmon?
(a) The cobbler.
(b) The butcher.
(c) The teacher.
(d) The fish-peddler.

3. How does Reb treat Bessie's guest while they are visiting?
(a) Generously.
(b) Sadly.
(c) Rudely.
(d) Kindly.

4. Who is Mashah's first true love?
(a) Jacob Novak.
(b) Moe Mirsky.
(c) Morris Lipkin.
(d) Berel Bernstein.

5. How many herring does Sara sell the first time she goes out peddling?
(a) Fifty.
(b) One hundred.
(c) Seventy.
(d) Twenty five.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Sara's older sister who only concerns herself with fashion and beauty?

2. What insult does Mother call Sara when she sees what has been done to the potatoes?

3. What insult does Mother and Father call Mashah?

4. Why does the relationship between Mashah and her first love fall apart?

5. What treasured item does Sara's mother save for days when the family has visitors?

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