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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Falling in Love, 1934-1941; Letter Dated 24 December 1997; An Overture to Illumination; Falling in Love, 1934-1941; Letter Dated 26 January 1998.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of "The Dial, 1941-1804-1941," Brod tells Kolker that she loves him and "for the first time in her life, the words had meaning" (139). Why do the words have meaning now?
(a) The Kolker is dying.
(b) The Kolker has given her a baby.
(c) The Kolker has given her perfume.
(d) The Kolker told her the truth about her father.

2. Who does Safran meet up with at the wedding reception?
(a) Zosha.
(b) The Gypsy girl.
(c) Lista.
(d) Maya.

3. What is the relationship between Alex and Jonathan in "Letter Dated 12 December 1992"?
(a) Alex only works for Jonathan as a translator.
(b) They dislike each other immensely.
(c) They are friends and penpals.
(d) They are co-workers.

4. What did the Nazi's first do when they came to Trachimbrod?
(a) Blow everything up.
(b) Burn down the synagogue.
(c) Give chocolate to the children.
(d) Shoot people at random.

5. What is different about Safran when he is born?
(a) Safran is born with teeth.
(b) Safran is born prematurely.
(c) Safran is born with hair.
(d) Safran is born with a limp arm.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "The Lottery, 1791," what is the name of the synagogue where the Rabbi does NOT want the baby to go?

2. What is Yankel doing before he is told he will be a father?

3. After leaving Lista and drinking vodka, what do Grandfather, Alex, and Jonathan argue about?

4. Where does Grandfather suggest Jonathan go to fall in love?

5. Why is Sammy Davis Junior, Junior with the group?

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