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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Rifka say goodbye to the milkman at her house?
(a) She kisses his hand.
(b) She simply smiles.
(c) She hugs him.
(d) She shakes his hand.

2. What does Papa give to Rifka before he leaves for America?
(a) His tallis.
(b) His watch.
(c) His pipe.
(d) A bag of apples.

3. Which one of Rifka's family members is the first to get ill on the train?
(a) Mama.
(b) Saul.
(c) Rifka.
(d) Nathan.

4. Where does Rifka's family stay while stranded in Poland?
(a) An inn.
(b) Papa's cousin's house.
(c) A hotel.
(d) A church.

5. What does Pieter do that embarrasses him in front of Rifka?
(a) He falls down on deck.
(b) He kisses her.
(c) He falls asleep as she talks.
(d) He spills his coffee.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did the broken steamship drift until help arrived?

2. What amazes the passenger's on Rifka's ship as they pull into the harbor?

3. What is Rifka's last name?

4. Who takes Rifka back home when she gets lost in Antwerp?

5. What advantage does Rifka like about being on her own in Antwerp?

(see the answer key)

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