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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through September 2 - February 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What disease does Rifka have that prevents her from getting a ticket to America?
(a) Chicken Pox.
(b) Measles.
(c) Ringworm.
(d) Shingles.

2. What do the women in Poland wear on their heads?
(a) Kerchiefs.
(b) Berets.
(c) Shawls.
(d) Pillbox hats.

3. Who is Rifka's uncle who helped her family escape?
(a) Uncle Avrum.
(b) Uncle Andrick.
(c) Uncle Alexie.
(d) Uncle Anastas.

4. What do the Russian guards use to search the train?
(a) Prisoners.
(b) Bayonets.
(c) Dogs.
(d) Flashlights.

5. Rifka is the only one in the family who could pass for a Russian peasant _____________________.
(a) because of her sturdy legs.
(b) because of her blonde hair.
(c) because of her clothing.
(d) because of her ruddy complexion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the medical student say that Rifka contracted her disease?

2. Where does Saul find a place for him and Rifka to stay?

3. Rifka writes her letter while on a train bound for which country?

4. In what city will Rifka live to get treatment for her disease?

5. What does Rifka note is missing when her rucksack is returned to her?

(see the answer key)

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