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Questions 1-5 of 27:

1.

In his narration, Howard is referring to Beth and her sudden marriage when he comments on "the things we do when we're lost". What action of his own might this be referring to? (from The Old World, Part 2)

His impulsive decision to go to China with Svetlana on their honeymoon.

His impulsive decision, in response to Beth's concern, to document virtually every moment of his and Svetlana's honeymoon.

His impulsive decision to begin a relationship with Svetlana.

His impulsive decision, in response to Svetlana's evident anxiety, to cancel their honeymoon.

2.

Who is Gladys? (from Duck and Cover)

An influential investigator into illicit Communist activity.

Hal's mother.

Judy's mother.

An influential member of the Communist party.

3.

Benny's curiosity about which character leads Alexi to another loss of his temper? (from The Unknown Soldier, Part 2)

Alexi's mother.

Julia.

Alexi's father.

Katherine.

4.

What is the most likely reason that Beth wonders whether Howard is being wise in pursuing a relationship with Svetlana? (from The Old World, Part 1)

Beth is worried that Howard is starting a new relationship so soon after his divorce.

Beth is worried that Howard is starting a new relationship so soon after being widowed.

Beth is worried that Svetlana will replace her in Ya'akov's affections.

Beth is worried that Svetlana is not Jewish.

5.

Talia and Gali have somewhat similar names. What do you think is the metaphoric reason associated with this choice by the author? (from A Difficult Phase, Part 2)

It reinforces the suggestions, made elsewhere in the story, that they have a lot in common.

It makes the suggestion, for the first time in the story, that they have a great deal in common.

It reinforces the suggestions, made elsewhere in the story, that they both love Tomer deeply.

It reinforces the suggestion, made earlier in the story, that they are both very comfortable with Talia's parents.

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