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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book IV: The Rail, Chapters 15-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book I, why is Albert fired from his job?
(a) He threatened his coworkers.
(b) He was caught drinking on the job.
(c) He missed too many days of work.
(d) He made too many errors in his work.

2. On the day David sees the funeral procession, what kind of contest does he see boys participating in?
(a) Racing.
(b) Urinating in the snow.
(c) Throwing rocks at pigeons.
(d) Marbles.

3. Where does the rabbi send David from cheder in Book IV?
(a) The coat room.
(b) Home.
(c) The store.
(d) The cellar.

4. A chumitz is a Passover tradition to burn what?
(a) Bread.
(b) A candle.
(c) A wooden spoon.
(d) A bowl of oil.

5. What idea does Bertha relish concerning running her own business?
(a) Being her own boss.
(b) Having employees to boss around.
(c) Being free to raise her children.
(d) Choosing the candies.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the dinner with Nathan and the family becomes tense, what does Nathan suggest?

2. Who starts to take David to museums and landmarks?

3. What does Genya make Albert promise never to do again after David kicks Yussie?

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

5. Whose picture is on the wall in Leo's house?

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