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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Devil's Trick.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the strange man in "Grandmother's Tale" entertain the children in the house?
(a) He drew a picture for them.
(b) He told them stories.
(c) He played dreidel with them.
(d) He played jacks with them.

2. What does David use to hurt the devil before releasing him?
(a) A penknife.
(b) A wooden spear.
(c) The Hanukkah candle.
(d) A crucifix.

3. What do the Elders tell Yenta to do to avoid more misfortunes with gifts to Lemel?
(a) Write out instructions for him.
(b) Marry him quickly.
(c) Travel with him.
(d) End their engagement.

4. Where is the devil walking in the snow?
(a) The city street.
(b) The countryside.
(c) The forest.
(d) The riverbank.

5. What animals appear as the strange man spins around in the house?
(a) Gerbils.
(b) Squirrels.
(c) Rats.
(d) Mice.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many sons does the father in "Grandmother's Tale" have?

2. What creatures appear as the strange man spins around in the house?

3. How does the strange man from "Grandmother's Tale" feel as he entertained the children?

4. What is the last gift Yenta gives Lemel?

5. What do the Elders say caused the misfortune with all the gifts to Lemel?

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