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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Exile.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What two popular shows on T.V. did the men go to the den to watch during parties in Canada?
(a) The Lawrence Welk Show and the Ed Sullivan Show.
(b) Friends and I Love Lucy.
(c) I Love Lucy and Bonanza.
(d) Father Knows Best and the Ed Sullivan Show.

2. Which toothpaste did the Wydra's decide to use after seeing commercials?
(a) Arm and Hammer.
(b) Acme.
(c) Colgate.
(d) Crest.

3. Who was Eva's sister named after?
(a) Her grandmother.
(b) Her mother's sister.
(c) A maid.
(d) A relative in Israel.

4. Who refused to leave the ship and meet her new husband when the ship reached Canada?
(a) Irena.
(b) Eva.
(c) Pani Ruta.
(d) Alenka.

5. What did Eva and Alinka discuss on their way home from school as they dawdled along Main Street?
(a) Tupperware or a blouse or an embroidered collar -- things in the store windows.
(b) The problems with their mom and dad.
(c) Other Jewish families in Vancouver.
(d) Boys.

Short Answer Questions

1. Other than a pianist, what did Eva declare that she would like to be when she grew up?

2. What began to win Eva prizes at school in Canada?

3. What, according to the author, was the language of money and secrets?

4. Where was the first place the ship stopped when reaching Canada?

5. In the winter, how did Eva's mother transport her to school?

(see the answer key)

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