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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. Why does Yossele kick Jake after arriving in the United States?
(a) For not bringing him over sooner.
(b) For not hugging his mom.
(c) For not sending him money.
(d) For leaving in the first place.

5. What happens when the boss is on a quest for work in "Jake and Yekl"?
(a) The workers quit.
(b) The shop goes idle.
(c) He travels to Europe.
(d) His wife ignores him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Getl get a kerchief?

2. What name does Jake give Yossele in the United States?

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

4. Why does Fanny find a new job in "A Paterfamilias"?

5. What frightens Gitl about Mamie?

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