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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 - 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 6, how long has it been since Ester's brother has said a word to her?
(a) Since he learned they were leaving Holland.
(b) Since their departure from Amsterdam.
(c) 4 days.
(d) 2 weeks.

2. Where does Aaron get lunch in Chapter 9?
(a) Shop across the way.
(b) He has lunch delivered.
(c) Bridgette fixes lunch.
(d) He brings lunch.

3. Why does Helen say that Rabbi Mendes had a scribe?
(a) He was blind.
(b) He had palsy.
(c) He had arthritis.
(d) His hands were damaged during the Inquisition.

4. In Chapter 7, what was the name of the person who wrote to Mendes and complained about his using a girl for a scribe?
(a) Dotar Velasquez.
(b) David Rodrigues.
(c) Benjamin HaLevy.
(d) Yacob de Souza.

5. What is Helen using to try to keep warm in Chapter 7?
(a) Coat.
(b) Wool throw.
(c) Shawl.
(d) Thick sweater.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the Jewish philosopher referenced in one of the papers that Helen finds in Chapter 9?

2. What color wool coat is Bridgette wearing in Chapter 7?

3. How long had it been since Ester had held a quill in Chapter 8?

4. By what age had Aaron read enough to realize that his father's safe sermons did not resemble the courage required in the world?

5. In Chapter 2, from where did Rabbi Mendes come from?

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