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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Chapter 5 | Book 2: Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who accompanies Jim on his train trip to Nebraska in Chapter 1?
(a) Jake Marpole
(b) Antonia
(c) Otto Fuchs
(d) His grandfather

2. Who is suspected of killing Mr. Shimerda?
(a) Jim
(b) Wick Cutter
(c) Krajiek
(d) Ambrosch

3. Which of the following is not a regular occurrence in the evenings at the Harling house?
(a) Antonia tells stories of Bohemia.
(b) The family gathers in the kitchen.
(c) Antonia bakes treats for the family and visitors.
(d) The family gathers in the parlor.

4. Which of the following does NOT characterize Jim's grandparents?
(a) Strong
(b) Stern
(c) Orderly
(d) Kind

5. Why is Ambrosch delighted when he hears Jake sold a pig in town?
(a) He knows Jake has enough money to buy a new horse collar.
(b) He believes Jake had to sell the pig to pay his fine.
(c) He thinks Jake will share the proceeds of the sale with him.
(d) He asked Jake to sell the pig for him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Otto and Jake go when the Burdens sell their farm?

2. What do Jim and Jake go to pick up from Ambrosch in Chapter 18?

3. What does Jim's grandfather bring home for him after visiting the Shimerdas on Christmas?

4. Who teaches Yulka to read English?

5. To whom are Pavel and Peter indebted?

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