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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. What is on the bottom floor of the flat David and his family live in at the beginning of the book?
(a) The cellar.
(b) A bookstore.
(c) More apartments.
(d) A candy store.

2. "Goy" is a Jewish term for what?
(a) A poor man.
(b) A Christian.
(c) A handsome man.
(d) An atheist.

3. What is Genya's mood when the family reunites in New York?
(a) Indifferent.
(b) Overjoyed.
(c) Angry.
(d) Nervous.

4. What kind of shop do Nathan and Bertha plan to open?
(a) A book shop.
(b) A candy shop.
(c) A shoe store.
(d) A newspaper stand.

5. What happens at Ellis Island during the year in which this book begins?
(a) There is a bombing.
(b) The President gives a historic speech there.
(c) The highest number of immigrants are processed there.
(d) There is an earthquake.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Bertha like compared to Genya?

2. How does David feel about Luter's frequent visits?

3. While the boys are taunting David in Book I, who comes to the Schearl's home?

4. Why was Genya's father determined to marry her off?

5. What time of the day does Albert work as a milkman?

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