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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. If Gimpel follows through with his plan of vengeance, what does he fear he'll lose?
(a) His business.
(b) Eternal life.
(c) His wealth.
(d) His children.

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

3. What happens when the sexton announces the birth of Gimpel's child at the synagogue?
(a) Gimpel is deafened with sobbing.
(b) The House of Prayer rings with laughter.
(c) The congregation cheers.
(d) There is silence.

4. How does Gimpel begin to feel about Elka?
(a) He hates her.
(b) He is ambivalent.
(c) He ignores her.
(d) He loves her.

5. What is Gimpel's response to Elka's wedding night claims?
(a) He has a headache too.
(b) Elka had the ritual bath yesterday, which happens after her monthly is over.
(c) He likes the idea of having two houses.
(d) He is resolute on being celibate.

Short Answer Questions

1. What festivities occurred at Gimpel and Elka's wedding?

2. When people glare at the child, what does Gimpel do?

3. Who beats up on Gimpel?

4. What happens mid-week at the bakery?

5. How does Gimpel begin to forget his sorrow?

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