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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many days does it take George to reach America?
(a) Ten.
(b) Twenty-one.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Fourteen.

2. Why does George show little interest in politics?
(a) He defected to this country.
(b) He cannot read.
(c) He cannot vote.
(d) He is a poor man.

3. According to the author, what is the birthright of a Slovak peasant?
(a) A paycheck and family.
(b) Freedom to worship.
(c) A job and house.
(d) Endless poverty and oppression.

4. What does Andrej place in his foreman's pocket at the saloon?
(a) Five dollars.
(b) Three dollars.
(c) Twenty dollars.
(d) One dollar.

5. Who takes over Elena's household duties?
(a) Mary.
(b) Borka.
(c) George.
(d) Francka.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens at the steel mill that worries George?

2. What happens to Joe after he is taken to Pittsburgh?

3. Who is on the ship that George boards in Bremen?

4. Which town does George arrive in after walking with only fifty cents in his pocket?

5. Who meets George and Elena at the train in Homestead?

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