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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Imported Bridegroom.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Shaya's collection of Hebrew books make Flora cry?
(a) She doesn't understand them.
(b) They are dusty and old.
(c) They take the place of her books on the shelf.
(d) The collection is too small.

2. In "The New York Ghetto," why does Joe want Jake to talk to Mamie?
(a) To convince her to dance.
(b) To tease her.
(c) To ask her out.
(d) To find out where she is from.

3. What does Jake do when he realizes he can no longer remember his son's face?
(a) He goes out to dance.
(b) He plans a trip home.
(c) He becomes depressed.
(d) He tries to find a picture.

4. What does Flora's father decide to do after proposing marriage to Tamara?
(a) Give her half of his property.
(b) Disown Flora.
(c) Move to Mexico.
(d) Build a synagogue.

5. Why does Yossele kick Jake after arriving in the United States?
(a) For not hugging his mom.
(b) For leaving in the first place.
(c) For not bringing him over sooner.
(d) For not sending him money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What name does Jake give Yossele in the United States?

2. What does Jake do when he sees Fanny sitting by herself at Joe's in "The New York Ghetto"?

3. In "The New York Ghetto," what does Jake buy both Fanny and Mamie?

4. What happens when the boss is on a quest for work in "Jake and Yekl"?

5. How do Jake's parents contact him in the United States?

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