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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Part 5 | Chapter 5, Part 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What language is Yakov speaking exclusively since leaving the shtetl?
(a) Russian.
(b) Latvian.
(c) German.
(d) Yiddish.

2. What is the sentence carried by the original charge that the man in charge of the investigation will bring against Yakov?
(a) One month in prison.
(b) One year in prison.
(c) Three months in prison.
(d) Three years in prison.

3. How long is Yakov in solitary confinement before Bibikov comes to question him again?
(a) Eight days.
(b) Three days.
(c) One week.
(d) Twelve hours.

4. According to what Proshko tells the secret police, what is Yakov responsible for?
(a) Burning down the stables.
(b) Burning down his enemy's house.
(c) Burning down the synagogue.
(d) Burning down the factory.

5. What is the name of the prisoner who is arrested because he is holding a bunch of pamphlets?
(a) Yeltsin.
(b) Zhenia.
(c) Potseikin.
(d) Akimytch.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Yakov roams Kiev, what does he try to pick up from the people of Kiev?

2. How much money does the boatman offer to ferry Yakov across the river?

3. According to Proshko's testimony, how does Yakov set the fire he is accused of starting?

4. While Yakov is being interrogated, two men arrive at the interrogation room and are invited inside. Who are these men?

5. When Bibikov apologizes for the poor treatment Yakov is receiving, Yakov asks for only one thing. What is it?

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