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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. How does Rifka feel about her brother, Saul?
(a) She finds him amusing.
(b) She loves him.
(c) She does not like him.
(d) She detests him.

2. Rifka recalls a time when Russian soldiers beat Papa because he would not give up his ____________.
(a) heater.
(b) boots.
(c) candlesticks.
(d) pipe.

3. What sweet treat does Mama bring to Rifka for her belated birthday?
(a) A honey cake.
(b) A banana cake.
(c) A strawberry cake.
(d) A chocolate cake.

4. Who is Rifka's grandmother?
(a) Bubbe Natalia.
(b) Bubbe Mila.
(c) Bubbe Yulia.
(d) Bubbe Ruth.

5. Which of Rifka's family members comes to find her at Ellis Island?
(a) Mama.
(b) Nathan.
(c) Saul.
(d) Papa.

Short Answer Questions

1. What parting gift does Rifka buy for Sister Katrina?

2. What is a word that the lady from HIAS has taught Rifka?

3. Rifka thinks it is better for a girl to be _____________ than to be beautiful.

4. Why is Rifka so upset when she is at Ellis Island?

5. What color eyes does Ilya have?

(see the answer key)

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