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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Two, Babylon, The Watchtowers: Chapters 16-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the rabbi tell Jacob Hausner the religious observances are important?
(a) They are important for appearances.
(b) They are important for morale.
(c) They are important for spirituality.
(d) They are important for unity.

2. Why is Benjamin Dobkin sure Ahmed Rish has chosen the guest house in the ruins as his command center?
(a) It is the only intact building.
(b) Only it has the electricity and running water.
(c) It covers the entrance to the Ishtar gate.
(d) It has clear radio reception.

3. What had the Arab Legion left behind in the hills above the Plain of Sharon?
(a) Three 120mm mortars with rounds.
(b) Three spy cameras.
(c) Three AK47s.
(d) Three machine guns.

4. What does Ahmed Rish say are the two possibilities for Jews in Babylon?
(a) Return home or remain behind.
(b) Surrender or death.
(c) Infinite sadness or a miracle.
(d) Conquer or die.

5. Why is Miriam Bernstein excited about what the day will bring?
(a) She is looking forward to a good breakfast.
(b) She has fallen in love with Teddy Laskov.
(c) An Arab-Israeli peace conference is beginning.
(d) She is meeting her old friend Abdel Majid Jabari.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the second miracle Ahmed Rish says Jews experienced in Babylon?

2. What nationality is Nuri Salameh and the other workers who are complicit in sabotaging the aircraft?

3. Why does Benjamin Dobkin say the time of year is against them?

4. What has secured Babylon's place in history?

5. What information does General Talman give to Chaim Mazar to thank him for his help?

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