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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. If Elka's premarital request isn't met, what does she say can happen?
(a) She will scream.
(b) She will cry.
(c) She will berate the townspeople until her needs are met.
(d) Everyone can kiss her you-know-what.

2. Who follows Gimpel to Elka's house?
(a) Gimpel's parents.
(b) The townspeople.
(c) The Rabbi.
(d) The Baker.

3. What is the first thing Gimpel says about himself?
(a) He thinks himself a fool.
(b) He doesn't think himself worthy of life.
(c) He doesn't think himself a fool.
(d) He thinks himself handsome.

4. Where are Gimpel and Elka married?
(a) The cemetery.
(b) Their new house.
(c) The synagogue.
(d) The bakery.

5. Where does Gimpel live?
(a) Warsaw.
(b) London.
(c) Berlin.
(d) Frampol.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is happening as Gimpel walks to Elka's house?

2. What festivities occurred at Gimpel and Elka's wedding?

3. Judging by Gimpel's description, how is Elka's current living situation?

4. Who do the townspeople say lives with Elka?

5. What is Gimpel's nickname?

(see the answer key)

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