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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is foreshadowed by the Yiddish song "Oyfn Pripetchik" (called "On the Hearth" in English)?
(a) The upcoming Thanksgiving season.
(b) The family's religious rituals.
(c) The forthcoming mistreatment of Jews.
(d) The war lasting from 1914-1918.

2. During what part of the year were Jews in Narewka treated differently?
(a) Holy Week.
(b) New Year.
(c) Halloween.
(d) Christmas.

3. Which word best describes Tsalig?
(a) Obstinate.
(b) Apathetic.
(c) Humble.
(d) Inflammatory.

4. Which word best describes Leon's parents?
(a) Arrogant.
(b) Extravagant.
(c) Industrious.
(d) Carefree.

5. Why did Leon's mother's siblings move to the United States?
(a) To return to their family's cultural roots.
(b) To seek careers in the entertainment industry.
(c) To escape violence within their family.
(d) To escape religious persecution.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, which of the following had the most influence in Leon's daily life?

2. How did Chanah and Moshe meet?

3. In which of the following fun childhood activities did Leon participate in Chapter 1?

4. Why did Hershel go to Krakow with his father?

5. Where was Leon born?

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