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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Chaim Potok live when the Jews in Russia tried to obtain freedom?
(a) Philadelphia.
(b) New York.
(c) Moscow.
(d) Jerusalem.

2. Why was Solomon's education request rejected?
(a) Because of the quota system.
(b) Because his grades were too low.
(c) Because the school was too far.
(d) Because of the tuition cost.

3. What was the name of the Russian Telegraphic Agency?
(a) Tass.
(b) Rosta.
(c) Soyuz.
(d) Vostok.

4. Who did those first to colonize Russia choose as their ruler?
(a) The Georgian King.
(b) The Pope.
(c) The Scandinavian Russ.
(d) The Manchourian Emperor.

5. When did the Jewish community thrive on the Black Sea?
(a) First century before the Common Era.
(b) Fourth century before the Common Era.
(c) Third century before the Common Era.
(d) Second century before the Common Era.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many men did Solomon command against the Japanese?

2. Why did people in Russia drive with runner lights instead of real headlights according to Volodya?

3. When did Solomon and the other prisoner rise up against the guards?

4. How many of Potok's books did Masha read?

5. Who did Volodya and his wife call every other week?

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