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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rifka think America is?

2. What does Rifka worry about while on board the ship?

3. When does Rifka finally reach America?

4. When will Rifka truly be an American?

5. Who is the nun who gives Rifka her treatments?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where does Rifka stay when she goes to Belgium?

2. What terrible fate does Pieter meet during a big storm while aboard ship?

3. What do Mama and Papa give to Rifka before they leave for the United States and she goes to Belgium?

4. What excites Rifka about news in a letter from her parents?

5. What does this section of the book show about Rifka's burgeoning maturity?

6. Who rescues Rifka when she gets lost while out exploring Antwerp?

7. What are some of the foods that Rifka comes to enjoy in Antwerp?

8. Who does the kind milkman remind Rifka of and how does she show her appreciation for his kindness?

9. What does Rifka's brief friendship with Pieter mean, and how is she able to move on past his death?

10. What can Rifka see from her bedroom window in Antwerp?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

"Letters from Rifka" is a letter-based novel. Explain the concept of what a letter-based novel is and cite examples that support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Write a character sketch of Nathan. Be sure to include both physical and emotional characteristics as well as personal motivations, fears, etc.

Essay Topic 3

Despite the extremely trying times of people living in the post World War I immigration era, there are some who are very generous and supportive of each other. Cite at least three examples that show this strength of character and generosity.

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