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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Tatyana read that supports her argument against her husband?
(a) An advertisement.
(b) A book review.
(c) An editorial.
(d) A short story.

2. What money does Goldy think can provide her with a nice wedding and furniture?
(a) Her parent's money.
(b) Nathan's earnings.
(c) Lottery winnings.
(d) Her savings.

3. In Chapter 5, how does Boris feel about his job?
(a) He is angry.
(b) He is energetic.
(c) He is bored.
(d) He is upset.

4. When does David tell the Lipman's to have his and Beile's pay ready?
(a) Thursday.
(b) Saturday.
(c) Friday.
(d) Sunday.

5. What happens when Boris tells Tatyana his plan in Chapter 5?
(a) She starts to make dinner.
(b) She cries.
(c) She doesn't listen.
(d) She agrees to do whatever he wants.

6. In her note to Boris, how does Tatyana say she will support herself?
(a) With her savings.
(b) With money from Boris.
(c) With a job.
(d) With money from Dalsky.

7. Why do Nathan and Goldy keep postponing their wedding?
(a) Nathan's family isn't in the United States yet.
(b) For financial reasons.
(c) Nathan isn't sure he wants to marry Goldy.
(d) Goldy isn't sure she wants to marry Nathan.

8. What does Dalsky say the factory has done to Boris?
(a) Paid his bills.
(b) Eaten him up.
(c) Made him stronger.
(d) Caused him tears.

9. What does Beile do when Mrs. Lipman threatens her about going to the store?
(a) She ignores her.
(b) She asks David for help.
(c) She cries.
(d) She immediately leaves.

10. Why does Beile fear Heyman may not be able to support a wife?
(a) Because she makes more money than he does.
(b) Because he is stingy.
(c) Because he gambles.
(d) Because he makes poor investments.

11. Why does Goldy interrupt Nathan at work?
(a) She wants to get married right away.
(b) She misses him.
(c) She needs to borrow money.
(d) She has an idea.

12. What does Tatyana suggest she and Boris do in a note?
(a) Leave New York.
(b) Have Dalsky move back in.
(c) Separate for a short time.
(d) Start over.

13. What reminds Tatyana of Dalsky after he moves out?
(a) His plant.
(b) Her books.
(c) His room.
(d) His textbook.

14. What does Boris say his plan to get out of the factory relies on?
(a) His boss' son.
(b) Trickery.
(c) Bravery.
(d) Tatyana.

15. What makes Dalsky think Tatyana may have an interest in him?
(a) Because she fights with Boris.
(b) Because she shares her feelings with him.
(c) Because she told him.
(d) Because she cooks for him.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Goldy and Nathan feel as they walk home after their wedding?

2. How much rent does Nathan pay upfront for his first apartment with Goldy?

3. What street is the apartment Nathan pays for on?

4. What does Boris do at the end of "Circumstances"?

5. Why does Tatyana decide to write Boris a note?

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