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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. The Russian guards were searching for Nathan because ____________________.
(a) he broke out of prison.
(b) he damaged property in a bar fight.
(c) he escaped from the army.
(d) he stole from a bread vendor.

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

3. What is Rifka's last name?
(a) Vosberg.
(b) Goscinski.
(c) Walesa.
(d) Nebrot.

4. A nurse throws a/an _____________ substance on Rifka and her mother.
(a) sunscreen.
(b) exfoliating.
(c) paint-like.
(d) fumigation.

5. Who are Rifka's brothers?
(a) Nathan and Saul.
(b) Aleksandr and Pieter.
(c) Nathan and Aleksandr.
(d) Saul and Pieter.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom is Rifka writing when the novel begins?

2. Who had made the undergarments Rifka wears?

3. Where is Rifka sent to get treatment for her disease?

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

5. What is the ultimate destination of Rifka and her family?

(see the answer key)

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