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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Chapter 1 | Book 2: Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does Pavel confess his unpleasant past in Russia?
(a) Mr. Shimerda
(b) Otto Fuchs
(c) Jim
(d) Pavel

2. How do the Shimerdas react to their difficult living conditions?
(a) They shut themselves off from the community.
(b) The complain constantly.
(c) They never complain.
(d) They ask the Burdens to help them.

3. What is Anton Jelinek's connection with the Shimerda family?
(a) Both are from Austria.
(b) Both live in Black Hawk.
(c) Both are Bohemian.
(d) Both are indebted to Krajiek.

4. How does Jim's grandfather mend relations between the Shimerdas and the Burdens?
(a) He speaks to Mrs. Shimerda.
(b) He tells Jake he must apologize for hitting Ambrosch.
(c) He forgives Ambrosch for damaging the horse collar.
(d) He hires Ambrosch and Antonia to help him harvest.

5. What about Antonia does Jim criticize as he dines with her family in Chapter 17?
(a) Her sense of humor
(b) Her attitude
(c) Her manners
(d) Her ability to speak English

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does NOT characterize Jim's grandparents?

2. How does Antonia differ from her brother Ambrosch?

3. What does Jim's grandfather bring home for him after visiting the Shimerdas on Christmas?

4. Why does Anton Jelinek believe the Shimerdas are not concerned about having a priest perform Mr. Shimerda's funeral?

5. Where does Jim believe Mr. Shimerda's spirit goes after he dies?

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