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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Getl feel the first time she tries on a corset?
(a) Displeased and embarrassed.
(b) Displeased, but excited.
(c) Pleased, but embarrassed.
(d) Pleased and excited.

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

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

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

5. What do Jake's friends think about Yossele?
(a) They say he is too shy.
(b) They say he needs to start school soon.
(c) They say he is smart.
(d) They say he is a comedian.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Jake explain Mamie's visit in "A Paterfamilias"?

2. In "The New York Ghetto," why does Joe want Jake to talk to Mamie?

3. Who tells Gitl about Jake's relationship with Mamie?

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

5. What frightens Gitl about Mamie?

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