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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The morning after Gimpel has returned home from a long separation from Elka, who does Gimpel confront?
(a) The apprentice.
(b) Elka.
(c) The "brother."
(d) The rabbi.

3. Who is Gimpel told he owes thanks to?
(a) The Yanover rabbi.
(b) The baker.
(c) Elka.
(d) The farmer.

4. What is Gimpel told while he is dreaming on his travels?
(a) He mustn't stray from Judaism.
(b) He will be tempted by the Spirit of Evil.
(c) Everyone misses him at home.
(d) All is right and death is nearer then far.

5. What does Gimpel steal for Elka?
(a) Baby clothes.
(b) Food.
(c) Jewelry.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. By the time he is older, how has Gimpel's career progressed?

2. When Gimpel has returned home after being separated and he has completed Elka's errand, what does he ask her?

3. After Gimpel enters his house, what does he hear?

4. When the second dream person appears to Gimpel, what do they look like?

5. What advice does the apprentice give Gimpel?

(see the answer key)

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