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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did someone in Chelm think the moon fell in a barrel?
(a) Someone told them.
(b) They saw the moon go down behind the barrel.
(c) They saw the reflection in the water.
(d) They could not see the moon.

2. What does Mrs. Shlemiel do to keep Shlemiel from eating the Hanukkah treat?
(a) Says it is poison.
(b) Tells him it is vegetable paste.
(c) Hides it.
(d) Tells him it is for Hanukkah.

3. How many men formed the leaders of Chelm?
(a) Seven.
(b) Ten.
(c) Nine.
(d) Eight.

4. What did Chelm need money for?
(a) To fix the plumbing.
(b) To pay debts.
(c) To build a school.
(d) To pave the roads.

5. What color are Atzel's eyes?
(a) Blue.
(b) Black.
(c) Green.
(d) Brown.

Short Answer Questions

1. What symbol keeps appearing for the strange man in Grandmother's story while he is entertaining the children?

2. How long after their wedding does Yenta have a baby?

3. What is Atzel's main attribute when he grows up?

4. Who has the idea to tell the people of Chelm to stay in their houses?

5. What does Mrs. Shlemiel sell in the market?

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