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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the family of this novel originate from?
(a) Lithuania
(b) Armenia
(c) Russia
(d) The United States

2. Who falls in love with the violin player?
(a) Jurgis
(b) Marija
(c) Antanas
(d) Ona

3. Who is the violin player?
(a) Conner
(b) Jack
(c) Jurgis
(d) Tamoszius

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

5. Why does Jurgis think the system of meatpacking is so efficient?
(a) Because of the workers
(b) Because it is so fast
(c) Because of the machines
(d) Because it uses every part of the pig

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Jurgis wait instead of going in to meet his boss?

2. What does the house become infested with?

3. What 'helps' Ona and Jurgis furnish their home?

4. Where is the wedding reception being held?

5. What makes the family realize they will need to make more money?

(see the answer key)

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