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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 is Bessie the last of the older sister siblings to find a man?
(a) Because she is not as pretty.
(b) Because she is always out late with her friends.
(c) Because she is too picky.
(d) Because she is the "burden bearer" of the house.

2. What does Sara do when she finds out about the engagement?
(a) She throws herring at Berel.
(b) She slaps Berel.
(c) She yells at Berel.
(d) She ignores Berel.

3. Whose dress does Bessie put on for her visitor?
(a) Mashah's dress.
(b) Sara's dress.
(c) Mother's dress.
(d) Fania's dress.

4. What is the name of Sara's older sister who only concerns herself with fashion and beauty?
(a) Mashah.
(b) Fania.
(c) Bessie.
(d) Shenah.

5. Who does Fania go to night school with?
(a) Her neighbor.
(b) Her girlfriend.
(c) Her young man.
(d) Her cousin, Nilly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Sara's father's most prized possession is what?

2. How much does Mashah spend at the store buying her own towel, toothbrush, and soap?

3. Why does Bessie shine up the house one night after everyone but Sara leaves?

4. Why does Reb not want his eldest daughter to marry Berel?

5. What instrument does Mashah's first true love play?

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