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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Elka look when Gimpel visits her home?
(a) She is still in her flannel pajamas with her hair all messy.
(b) She is barefoot, wearing a worn plush gown with her hair in braids.
(c) She is dressed in red silk and preparing tea.
(d) She is naked.

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

4. What is evident when Gimpel visits Elka?
(a) She secretly loves him.
(b) She doesn't like him.
(c) She already knows who he is.
(d) She is surprised to see him.

5. After seeing the suspicious wedding gift, what is Gimpel's resolution?
(a) He will kill Elka first.
(b) He is resolved to embrace Christianity.
(c) He will see what comes of it.
(d) He will run for his life.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Gimpel steal for Elka?

3. Who follows Gimpel to Elka's house?

4. Who is the child's favorite person?

5. Instead of raisins, what do the other children put in Gimpel's hand?

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