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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. Where does the medical student say that Rifka contracted her disease?
(a) On the train.
(b) Water from a pond.
(c) Somewhere in Russia.
(d) A Polish train station.

2. When will Rifka truly be an American?
(a) When she gets a job.
(b) When she takes a citizenship class.
(c) When she leaves Ellis Island.
(d) When she is registered in school.

3. Why is Rifka's lack of hair an issue important enough to detain Rifka?
(a) It may mean that her ringworm is not cured.
(b) She will be perceived as a simpleton.
(c) She may never marry and become dependent on the government.
(d) Her family will not accept her as she is.

4. What has Rifka begun to write?
(a) Articles.
(b) Poetry.
(c) Short stories.
(d) A novel.

5. Rifka has a nightmare that people are trying to steal _____________________.
(a) Mama's candlesticks.
(b) Papa's pipe.
(c) Her coins.
(d) Her book.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is Rifka's hair?

2. Why does Ilya's uncle want him in America?

3. How does Rifka say goodbye to the milkman at her house?

4. What business does Rifka think might be good for Bubbe Ruth?

5. What does the nurse give to Rifka when she goes to her room?

(see the answer key)

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