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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through October 2 - October 22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Rifka's family stranded in Poland?
(a) Lack of money.
(b) Broken train track.
(c) Illness.
(d) Government orders.

2. Rifka recalls that Mama always liked to ________________ at home.
(a) sing.
(b) paint.
(c) plant flowers.
(d) bake.

3. What does the person in #73 teach Rifka regarding hygiene?
(a) How to scrub her nails.
(b) How to brush her teeth.
(c) How to wash her hair.
(d) How to wash her clothes.

4. What does the person in #135 comment on regarding Rifka's appearance?
(a) She is so pale.
(b) She has grown taller.
(c) She is very thin.
(d) Her eyes look bigger.

5. Which of the following is NOT a food Rifka discovers in Antwerp?
(a) Watermelon.
(b) Ice cream.
(c) Bananas.
(d) Chocolate.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are Rifka's family members taken when they get ill?

2. What does Mama give to Rifka before Mama leaves for America?

3. What name do the nurses at Ellis Island give to Rifka?

4. What disease does Rifka have?

5. What does Ilya do to prove that he is not a simpleton?

(see the answer key)

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