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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 is playing a prank.
(b) She asks about work.
(c) She was stopping by.
(d) She feels pleased to meet Gitl.

2. In what sport is Jake most interested?
(a) Rowing.
(b) Basketball.
(c) Polo.
(d) Boxing.

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

4. Why does Getl not want to ride in a carriage in the United States?
(a) She thinks that women aren't allowed.
(b) It frightens her.
(c) It is the Sabbath.
(d) There's not enough room for her son.

5. Why does Fanny find a new job in "A Paterfamilias"?
(a) To make more money.
(b) To travel the country.
(c) To avoid Jake.
(d) To become her own boss.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mr. Bernstein describe America?

2. How do Jake's parents contact him in the United States?

3. What does Jake do when he sees Fanny sitting by herself at Joe's in "The New York Ghetto"?

4. How does Getl feel the first time she tries on a corset?

5. Where does Jake hope to bring his wife and son?

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