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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When people glare at the child, what does Gimpel do?
(a) Tells the child to get used to it, for the child is a bastard.
(b) Gets the child an abracadabra.
(c) Punches the glaring person in the mouth.
(d) Soothes the child with coos and words of love.

3. Who is the child's favorite person?
(a) The Rabbi.
(b) Elka.
(c) Tha Baker.
(d) Gimpel.

4. Traditionally, what were husbands supposed to do while their wives were in childbirth?
(a) Visit the Rabbi.
(b) Visit the House of Prayer and repeat psalms.
(c) Wait outside the birthing quarters and pray.
(d) Hold the wife's hand while she screamed.

5. What does a mid-week event allow Gimpel to do?
(a) Get a new job.
(b) Leave Elka and marry someone else.
(c) Admit to his thieving.
(d) Go home to sleep in his own bed.

Short Answer Questions

1. After rationalizing Elka's behavior, what does Gimpel begin to agree with Elka on?

2. What is Gimpel's response to Elka's wedding night claims?

3. What does Elka want before agreeing to marry Gimpel?

4. When the Rabbi hears what Gimpel has said about Elka's infidelity, what does he say?

5. If Elka's premarital request isn't met, what does she say can happen?

(see the answer key)

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