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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Imported Bridegroom.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why won't Shaya say the "Words of the Law" when the Talmudists ask him?
(a) He doesn't want to embarrass Flora.
(b) He doesn't hear their request.
(c) He doesn't have it memorized.
(d) He refuses to speak in public.

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

3. What type of Yiddish does Jake speak?
(a) New York.
(b) Traditional.
(c) Hebrew.
(d) Boston.

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

5. Why does Shaya ask Flora for help with his English?
(a) Because his tutor quit.
(b) Because he wants to get to know her better.
(c) Because people can't understand him.
(d) Because she knows the current slang.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does Flora's father accuse Shaya of eating pork?

3. What do Jake's friends think about Yossele?

4. How does Reb Tzalel feel about Shaya coming to America?

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

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