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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The morning after talking with the Rabbi, what does Gimpel say after he arrives at his destination?
(a) He is happy to be in a new place.
(b) He is hungry and needs bread.
(c) He is in love with Elka and will never leave.
(d) He has made a mistake.

2. When he visits Elka's house, what takes Gimpel's breath away?
(a) Elka's beauty.
(b) The amount of dust on everything.
(c) The reeking smell.
(d) Elka's decorating skills.

3. What falsehood do the townspeople tell Gimpel about Elka?
(a) Elka is in love with Gimpel.
(b) Elka can't wait to meet Gimpel.
(c) Elka is a chaste maiden.
(d) Elka is a Christian.

4. After seeing the suspicious wedding gift, what is Gimpel's resolution?
(a) He is resolved to embrace Christianity.
(b) He will see what comes of it.
(c) He will run for his life.
(d) He will kill Elka first.

5. What does Gimpel say most men would do in his situation?
(a) Work more.
(b) Sleep more.
(c) Take French leave and disappear.
(d) Demand more sex from his wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What story does Elka tell Gimpel in an attempt to convince him that the child is his?

2. What evidence does Gimpel give that the child is not his?

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

4. What is Gimpel's nickname?

5. Judging by Gimpel's description, how is Elka's current living situation?

(see the answer key)

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