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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. What does David plan to throw on the trolley rail after he is punished for lying and helping Leo make advances on Nathan's daughter?
(a) His belt.
(b) A metal dipper.
(c) A coin.
(d) Himself.

2. What does David convince himself of while he roams the streets after lying to the rabbis?
(a) That he can tell his parents the rabbis are lying.
(b) That he can blame the incident at Bertha's on Leo and Esther.
(c) That no one will find out about his lies.
(d) That no one will find out about Leo and Esther.

3. Where do Leo and Esther go to be alone?
(a) Leo's bedroom.
(b) Behind the candy store.
(c) Esther's bedroom.
(d) Into the storage cellar.

4. What accusation does Albert make against Genya in Book IV, Chapters 15-20?
(a) She stole money.
(b) David is really the Christian's son.
(c) She cheated on him.
(d) She killed someone.

5. How does David feel about Leo's freedom?
(a) Worried.
(b) Sad.
(c) Angry.
(d) Envious.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is dousing all the small fires set to burn the chumitz?

3. What do the boys who chased the bird begin to talk about on the roof?

4. How many floors are in the flat that David and his family first live in?

5. What is Genya's mood when the family reunites in New York?

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