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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," why does Joe want Jake to talk to Mamie?
(a) To tease her.
(b) To ask her out.
(c) To convince her to dance.
(d) To find out where she is from.

2. How does Jake respond when Fanny asks him about dance class?
(a) He walks away.
(b) He is happy.
(c) He snaps at her.
(d) He cries.

3. 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) He travels to Europe.
(d) The workers quit.

4. 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.

5. How does Mr. Bernstein describe America?
(a) Educated.
(b) Poor.
(c) Troubled.
(d) Wealthy.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. How does Jake describe his wife?

5. Why does Getl not want to ride in a carriage in the United States?

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