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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The First Shlemiel.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the older man hang from the walls in the room that is made to look like paradise?
(a) White sheets.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Scarves.
(d) Strings of beads.

2. Where does the Silly Bridegroom live?
(a) East Chelm.
(b) West Chelm.
(c) Chelm Proper.
(d) Northwest Chelm.

3. What does Atzel notice about the food in paradise?
(a) It tastes different from food on earth.
(b) It makes him sleepy.
(c) It is far too much to eat.
(d) It is always the same.

4. What do the children request of Grandmother before they go to bed?
(a) A hug.
(b) A story.
(c) A few minutes more to play.
(d) A blanket.

5. What was done with the barrel that supposedly held the moon?
(a) It was locked away.
(b) It was nailed shut.
(c) It was smashed.
(d) It was emptied.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Shlemiel say he would rather do than hear his wife's scolding?

2. What symbol keeps appearing for the children as they are entertained by the strange man in "Grandmother's Tale"?

3. Why does Yenta agree to sign the marriage contract?

4. What does Atzel do when he returns from the false paradise?

5. Where does Lemel put his last gift from Yenta?

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