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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Block and Beyond, p. 109 - 131.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the author daydream of Mrs. Solovey?
(a) He couldn't get past the scar on her face.
(b) He secretly loved her.
(c) She hypnotized him.
(d) She had a mysterious life.

2. What trait did the author's mother posses that she was most ashamed of?
(a) She was superstitious.
(b) She couldn't speak English.
(c) She had a large scar on her hand.
(d) She had a limp on her right side.

3. What did the author's mother do out of loneliness every evening?
(a) She would cry silently at her sewing machine.
(b) She would cry silently at the sink while she washed dishes.
(c) She would read from her parent's memoirs.
(d) She would stare out at the street.

4. Where did the author stop his nightly runs around the block during summertime?
(a) The drugstore.
(b) The Soloveys.
(c) The Rylots.
(d) The candy store.

5. What kind of books did the author go to his cousin's room to read?
(a) Books on government.
(b) Books on how to date women.
(c) English books.
(d) Yiddish books.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the big Italians sell and during what time?

2. Was Mr. Solovey a friendly man?

3. What was the author's favorite delight in all seasons?

4. Did the author feel he could openly discuss his feelings about God?

5. What was the name the author made up for Mrs. Solovey?

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