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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Elka give birth to?
(a) A Girl.
(b) A Hermaphrodite.
(c) A Boy.
(d) Twins.

3. Who do the townspeople say lives with Elka?
(a) Her little sister.
(b) Her little brother.
(c) Her husband.
(d) Her uncle.

4. The morning after talking with the Rabbi, where does Gimpel go?
(a) To see the baker.
(b) To another town.
(c) To see the Rabbi again.
(d) To see Elka.

5. After wanting to go home mid-week, who does Gimpel go to for advice?
(a) The baker.
(b) The baby.
(c) The Rabbi.
(d) The farmer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Does Gimpel believe Elka's story about the child?

2. Who is the child's favorite person?

3. What is Gimpel's defense against being called foolish?

4. Where does Gimpel live?

5. Where are Gimpel and Elka married?

(see the answer key)

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