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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4: Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What do Jim and Jake go to pick up from Ambrosch in Chapter 18?
(a) A wagon
(b) A horse collar
(c) An ax
(d) A cow

3. What reputation does the Boys' Home Hotel have?
(a) It is considered a safe place for men, but not women, to stay.
(b) It is considered a seedy hotel.
(c) It is considered an elite, high priced establishment.
(d) It is considered the best in the area.

4. Why does Gaston Cleric suggest that Jim accompany him to Harvard?
(a) Cleric needs assistance teaching a class.
(b) They can both take classes at Harvard.
(c) Jim has become distracted from his studies by Lena.
(d) The two can use Harvard's library to study the classics.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does NOT characterize Jim's grandparents?

2. Which of the Harling children helps his/her father with the family business?

3. How do the narrator and Jim become acquainted?

4. How does Jim characterize the woman who plays the character, Marguerite?

5. What does Otto do annually on Christmas day?

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