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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. What parting gift does Rifka buy for Sister Katrina?
(a) A book of poetry.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Chocolates.
(d) Writing paper.

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

3. What is a greenhorn?
(a) An inexperienced person.
(b) A green pouch for any kind of horn.
(c) An unripe banana.
(d) A position in an orchestra.

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

5. How long did the broken steamship drift until help arrived?
(a) Weeks.
(b) Days.
(c) Hours.
(d) Months.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT one of Rifka's older brothers living in America?

2. What is the Statue of Liberty holding up?

3. What is the line between being in America, and not being in America?

4. What surprises Saul about Rifka's actions?

5. When does Rifka finally sail for America?

(see the answer key)

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