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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters III and IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much does Mashah spend at the store buying her own towel, toothbrush, and soap?
(a) Fifty cents.
(b) Thirty cents.
(c) Eighty cents.
(d) Twenty cents.

2. How did Mother react when she found out that Mashah bought her own towel, toothbrush, and soap?
(a) Angry.
(b) Sad.
(c) Happy.
(d) Confused.

3. What season does Reb say it is always in America?
(a) Summer.
(b) Winter.
(c) Fall.
(d) Spring.

4. Why does Berel Bernstein not want Bessie's dowry?
(a) Because Reb offers things Berel does not need.
(b) Because she does not have one.
(c) Because Berel does not need money.
(d) Because the dowry is too small.

5. What item does Sara go to fetch once Bessie's visitor arrives?
(a) Her mother's jelly.
(b) Her mother's shawl.
(c) Her mother's mirror.
(d) Her mother's soft chair cushion.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Reb treat Bessie's guest while they are visiting?

2. What is the name of Sara's older sister who only concerns herself with fashion and beauty?

3. How old is Sara at the beginning of the story?

4. Who does Mashah's first true love get his money from?

5. The women of the family are not allowed to put their items where?

(see the answer key)

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