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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1938, Staten Island: Sholem Asch in his Study - 1952, Bridgeport, Connecticut: Moving Day, Sholem and Madje Asch's House.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the troupe sings a song that ends with a kickline, they begin dressed as what?
(a) Hippies.
(b) Gypsies.
(c) Hasidim.
(d) Businessmen.

2. In Rabbi Silverman – A Sermon, Temple Emanu-El, Silverman is appalled at Asch’s play and says he expects to be abused by whom but not by a fellow Jew?
(a) Muslim extremists.
(b) The Nazis.
(c) The American government.
(d) So-called Christians.

3. Describe the set.
(a) Simple but with some set pieces being flown in.
(b) Simple with all of the props coming out of suitcases.
(c) Lavish and beautiful.
(d) Realistic.

4. What does the producer say those who cannot handle script changes should do?
(a) Let him know now.
(b) Contact Mr. Asch.
(c) Quit.
(d) Sue him.

5. What does Sholem decide to do to defend his play in court?
(a) Write a letter to the court.
(b) He sends Madje to court.
(c) He protests outside the courthouse.
(d) He goes to court.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Madje feel about the response Sholem will get from the men at the salon?

2. Who posted bail for much of the cast?

3. This section (1908, Berlin: A Cabaret) begins with the lights coming up on a cabaret in Berlin, as the troupe dances how?

4. Why is Lemml done living in America?

5. What does Yekel do with the Torah scroll instead of throwing it on the ground?

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