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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17, Scrap Metal | Chapter 18, The Polish Post Office.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Oskar spends much of his time alone, drumming up and down the steps of his apartment building. How many steps does Oskar's building have?
(a) Over 100 steps.
(b) About 35 steps.
(c) Too many to count.
(d) Only 5 steps.

2. In Chapter 17, who does Oskar find to assist with the search of his mother?
(a) Maria.
(b) Herbert.
(c) Bronski.
(d) Matzerath.

3. After searching for a tutor to teach him the alphabet, who finally agrees to teach Oskar?
(a) Gretchen Scheffler.
(b) Greff.
(c) Mr. Meyn.
(d) Mother Turczinski.

4. In Chapter 3, Oskar is in the hospital and his friends come to visit. What gift does Klepp bring him?
(a) Stationary.
(b) A new drum.
(c) Books.
(d) A jazz recorder.

5. Why does Oskar say his uncle Gregor drank?
(a) He was depressed.
(b) He was an alcoholic.
(c) He was a torough man.
(d) He was happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Matzerath think Oskar's mother eats only fish?

2. What circus character does Oskar feel drawn to?

3. When Oskar asks Greff to teach him the alphabet, what does Greff tell Oskar to play with instead of the books?

4. What wakes Oskar up after he falls asleep in the mail room of the post office?

5. Why doesn't Greff want Oskar to play with the books?

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