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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II: The Picture.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book I, where does Albert complain that he is being treated badly?
(a) The neighborhood.
(b) Work.
(c) In stores.
(d) Home.

2. What does David discover Genya liked to do as a girl?
(a) Sing.
(b) Read.
(c) Ride horses.
(d) Write.

3. Who starts to take David to museums and landmarks?
(a) Mrs. Mink.
(b) Genya.
(c) Albert.
(d) Bertha.

4. Of the Schearl family, who arrives in America first?
(a) David.
(b) Albert.
(c) Bertha.
(d) Genya.

5. In Book I, what does Albert send David out in the freezing rain to get?
(a) Cigarettes.
(b) Bread.
(c) A newspaper.
(d) Milk.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who dominates the dinner conversation when Nathan comes to dinner?

2. When Genya was young, who did she have an affair with?

3. What year is it when the book begins?

4. What industry does Albert work in at the beginning of the book?

5. How does David feel when he learns his father will be home all day while he changes jobs?

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