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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Morris react when Sara says that she loves him?
(a) He cries and thinks of Fania.
(b) He laughs at her.
(c) He cheers and hugs her.
(d) He runs away.

2. What insult does Mother call Sara when she sees what has been done to the potatoes?
(a) Bandit!
(b) Liar!
(c) Traitor!
(d) Low life!

3. Why does Reb complain after two of his daughters have been married off?
(a) Reb complains because he wants a new coat.
(b) Reb complains because they don't listen to his prayers.
(c) Reb complains because he never hears from them.
(d) Reb complains because he has no meat to eat.

4. What item does Sara go to fetch once Bessie's visitor arrives?
(a) Her mother's mirror.
(b) Her mother's soft chair cushion.
(c) Her mother's jelly.
(d) Her mother's shawl.

5. Why does Fania say the shops are closed and there is no work?
(a) The shops are closed until a new president is elected.
(b) The shops are closed until the girls are willing to take less pay.
(c) The shops are closed until the renters can pay their rent for the month.
(d) The shops are closed until the new year.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Morris Lipkin's collection of poems?

2. Why does Berel Bernstein not want Bessie's dowry?

3. Who is Bessie?

4. How does Reb treat Bessie's guest while they are visiting?

5. Where did Bessie and Berel Bernstein first meet?

(see the answer key)

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