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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) Drinks.
(b) Shoes.
(c) Cards.
(d) Rings.

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

3. How does Jake feel the first time he sees Gitl in the United States?
(a) He is confused.
(b) He is ashamed of her.
(c) Hei s overcome with love.
(d) He is angry at her.

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

5. What does Mrs. Kavarsky insist Jake buy for Getl?
(a) Shoes.
(b) A scarf.
(c) A hat.
(d) A handbag.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What frightens Gitl about Mamie?

3. What does Mrs. Kavarsky tell Gitl will happen to Jake if he cheats?

4. Why does Getl get a kerchief?

5. In "Jake and Yekl," how long has it been since Jake last saw his parents?

(see the answer key)

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