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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happened to the man who was in Jurgis' job before?
(a) He was smashed
(b) He was fired
(c) He disappeared
(d) He threatened the boss

2. How old is Ona at her wedding?
(a) 16
(b) 25
(c) 21
(d) 30

3. What is the name of the place where the pigs are killed?
(a) The killing floor
(b) The pickling room
(c) The killing room
(d) The assembly line

4. What kinds of cows are killed, which upsets Jurgis as he works?
(a) Still alive cows
(b) Pregnant cows
(c) Defective cows
(d) Sleeping cows

5. Who ignores the carcasses that pass by unchecked on the conveyor belt?
(a) Jurgis
(b) Ona
(c) The women
(d) The government inspector

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes the family realize they will need to make more money?

2. Who is the narrator of this novel?

3. How long is their house to be rented for?

4. How do Ona and Jurgis pay for the furnishings they acquire?

5. What does the family find out about their home?

(see the answer key)

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