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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. After his parents, who does Gimpel go to live with?
(a) His Uncle.
(b) A farmer.
(c) The Rabbi.
(d) His Grandfather.

3. What happens whenever Gimpel doesn't believe the pranksters?
(a) They admit they were pulling a prank.
(b) They walk away.
(c) They try the prank on someone else.
(d) They get angry.

4. What is Gimpel's defense against being called foolish?
(a) He likes jokes.
(b) Everything is possible.
(c) He is stupid.
(d) He can't tell when people are kidding.

5. Who is the narrator of the story?
(a) The rabbi.
(b) Elka.
(c) The Spirit of Evil.
(d) Gimpel.

Short Answer Questions

1. After seeing the suspicious wedding gift, what is Gimpel's resolution?

2. When he visits Elka's house, what takes Gimpel's breath away?

3. Who is the main character of the story?

4. What does Gimpel say his foolishness consists of?

5. Rather than get angry himself, what does Gimpel do when presented with a prank?

(see the answer key)

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