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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Falling in Love, 1791-1803; Recurrent Secrets, 1791-1943; A Parade, A Death, A Proposition, 1804-1969; Letter Dated 28 October 1997; A Very Rigid Search.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The Lottery, 1791," who wins the lottery?
(a) The Rabbi.
(b) Sofiowka.
(c) Yankel.
(d) Grandfather.

2. What do the women of Trachimbrod call Brod behind her back?
(a) Dirty river girl.
(b) Skinny little brat.
(c) Schmuck.
(d) The mermaid.

3. What is The Book of Recurrent Dreams?
(a) A book about the dreams of prophets.
(b) A book in which congregants write dreams they have had.
(c) A book in which the history of Trachimbrod is written.
(d) A book about following dreams.

4. What are the Ukrainians celebrating when Jonathan arrives?
(a) The new year.
(b) Their new constitution.
(c) Jonathan's arrival.
(d) The end of the war.

5. What does Yankel do with the note that his wife left him?
(a) He keeps it in his pocket at all times.
(b) He tries to lose it.
(c) He rips it up.
(d) He burns it.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Alex, why does Sammy Davis, Junior, Junior like Jonathan so much?

2. Who wrote the "Letter Dated 23 September 1997"?

3. What does Alex claim to be?

4. Who claims that it was Trachim who drove into the river?

5. What is written on the note Yankel found on his welcome mat?

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