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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Gimpel blame for his vengeance?
(a) God.
(b) Elka.
(c) The townspeople.
(d) Himself.

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

3. Why are the townspeople afraid of Elka?
(a) She is bad luck.
(b) She is a murderess.
(c) She is prone to rages and hits people.
(d) She has a fierce tongue.

4. What happens four months after Gimpel and Elka get married?
(a) Elka gets pregnant.
(b) They get divorced.
(c) Elka gives birth.
(d) Elka miscarries.

5. Initially, what does Gimpel want to do to the Spirit of Evil?
(a) Worship him.
(b) Tell him he doesn't exist.
(c) Snatch him by the tail.
(d) Ask him more questions.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the author of "Gimpel the Fool"?

2. Where does Gimpel sleep during the week?

3. What does Gimpel see in his bed next to Elka?

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

5. What does Gimpel tell the Rabbi he actually saw by Elka in his bed?

(see the answer key)

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