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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gimpel tell Elka on her deathbed?
(a) There is nothing to forgive, and that Elka has been a good and faithful wife.
(b) He knows she has done him wrong and will never forgive her.
(c) She will not be cremated but buried.
(d) The goat is fine and not to worry.

2. Who calls Gimpel by his nickname?
(a) The rabbi.
(b) The townspeople.
(c) Himself.
(d) His parents.

3. How does Gimpel begin to forget his sorrow?
(a) He loves the little boy.
(b) He sleeps more.
(c) He works extra long hours.
(d) He loves the little girl.

4. Who does Gimpel go to for advice?
(a) His parents.
(b) The Rabbi.
(c) The Farmer.
(d) The Baker.

5. When Gimpel bluntly states that Elka has borne a bastard, what does Elka claim?
(a) The child is a miracle from God.
(b) Gimpel knew she was pregnant when he married her.
(c) Gimpel is the father.
(d) She has borne the new Jesus.

Short Answer Questions

1. What honor and ritual is Gimpel responsible for at the birth celebration?

2. What is happening as Gimpel walks to Elka's house?

3. Who do the townspeople say lives with Elka?

4. Why does Gimpel have to live with someone other than his parents?

5. What does Gimpel say most men would do in his situation?

(see the answer key)

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