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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is another word for 'consumption'?
(a) Influenza
(b) Alcoholism
(c) Beverages
(d) Tuberculosis

2. What happened to the man who was in Jurgis' job before?
(a) He threatened the boss
(b) He was fired
(c) He was smashed
(d) He disappeared

3. What is the reason Antanas can not find work?
(a) He isn't a strong man
(b) He is considered to be too old
(c) He complains too often
(d) He can't speak English

4. Who is advertising hot meals that ends up causing Jurgis to eventually drink?
(a) Saloons
(b) Conner
(c) The slaughterhouse
(d) Jack Duane

5. What does the house become infested with?
(a) Worms
(b) Rats
(c) Termites
(d) Bugs

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Jurgis go to look for work?

2. Who falls in love with the violin player?

3. Who is the narrator of this novel?

4. Who wanted the wedding to be lavish?

5. Where does the family of this novel originate from?

(see the answer key)

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