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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Chapter 5 | Book 2: Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is suspected of killing Mr. Shimerda?
(a) Wick Cutter
(b) Jim
(c) Ambrosch
(d) Krajiek

2. Who does Jim often run into when he is in downtown Black Hawk?
(a) Antonia
(b) Tiny
(c) Mr. Harling
(d) Lena

3. How has Mr. Harling made his money?
(a) He is a cattle buyer and grain merchant.
(b) He is the owner of a general store.
(c) He is a cattle buyer.
(d) He is a grain merchant.

4. Which of the following does Grandmother Burden not teach Antonia?
(a) To read English
(b) Basic math
(c) Housekeeping
(d) To cook

5. What misfortune falls upon Pavel in Chapter 8?
(a) Peter moves to another farm.
(b) He is robbed.
(c) He is injured on the job.
(d) He has nightmares.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Anton Jelinek believe the Shimerdas are not concerned about having a priest perform Mr. Shimerda's funeral?

2. What reputation does the Boys' Home Hotel have?

3. Who entertains Jim when he is forced to stay indoors because of illness?

4. Who performs Mr. Shimerda's funeral service?

5. Why is Ambrosch delighted when he hears Jake sold a pig in town?

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