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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The New York Ghetto," what does Jake buy both Fanny and Mamie?
(a) Cards.
(b) Rings.
(c) Drinks.
(d) Shoes.

2. In "Jake and Yekl," how long has it been since Jake last saw his parents?
(a) Three years.
(b) Four years.
(c) Two years.
(d) One year.

3. How does Jake explain Mamie's visit in "A Paterfamilias"?
(a) She asks about work.
(b) She was stopping by.
(c) She feels pleased to meet Gitl.
(d) She is playing a prank.

4. What type of Yiddish does Jake speak?
(a) Traditional.
(b) Hebrew.
(c) Boston.
(d) New York.

5. Who tells Gitl about Jake's relationship with Mamie?
(a) Mrs. Kavarsky.
(b) Mamie.
(c) Mr. Bernstein.
(d) Fanny.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gitl do when her divorce from Jake is finalized?

2. How does Jake respond when Fanny asks him about dance class?

3. Why does Getl get a kerchief?

4. What do Jake's friends think about Yossele?

5. In what sport is Jake most interested?

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