The Devil's Arithmetic Chapters 1-10
52 Questions
100 Views

The Devil's Arithmetic Chapters 1-10

Created by
@WellRegardedObsidian1129

Podcast Beta

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the setting of the story?

  • Poland
  • Egypt
  • Lublin
  • New Rochelle, New York (correct)

    • What is the importance of Passover?

    Moses and the Israelites placed lamb's blood over the door posts so the Angel passed over them and spared their lives during the last plague in Egypt.

    What is the theme of the story?

    Remember the events of the past, for they help us understand our present and our future.

    Who does not want to remember?

    <p>Hannah Stern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who thinks all Jewish holidays are about remembering?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Hannah's best friend?

    <p>Rosemary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Hannah's brother?

    <p>Aaron Stern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who lost their families in the war?

    <p>Grandpa Will and Grandma Belle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Hannah's favorite aunt?

    <p>Aunt Eva</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is named after Aunt Eva's dead friend?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Whose talent is telling stories?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who struggles with memories of Nazis?

    <p>Grandpa Will</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Malach-ha ha-mavis mean?

    <p>Angel of death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who sees Aunt Eva as a very ordinary person?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Seder?

    <p>A Jewish ritual service and ceremonial dinner for the first night or first two nights of Passover.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who drinks wine at the Seder?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is able to open the door for the prophet Elijah?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is transported to another time?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What name is Hannah now known as?

    <p>Chaya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is to be married to Fayge?

    <p>Shmuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Shmuel's sister?

    <p>Gitl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Shmuel's soon-to-be wife?

    <p>Fayge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who asked Gitl to marry him after losing his wife?

    <p>Yitzchak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Whose parents died from an illness but she recovered?

    <p>Chaya's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is scared of getting married?

    <p>Shmuel Abramowicz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Yitzchak bring Samuel for a wedding gift?

    <p>Chickens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who left his children outside?

    <p>Yitzchak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who gives Hannah her best outfit to wear?

    <p>Gitl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does shetle mean?

    <p>Village</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Gitl's nickname in the village?

    <p>Gitl the Bear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who struggles with breathing and wants Chaya to be her best friend?

    <p>Rachel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is not allowed to speak to non-Jews?

    <p>Esther</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who tells the girls about her real-life mixed in the setting of Lublin?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who always longed to go to school but was only educated?

    <p>Esther</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who prizes her long hair?

    <p>Shifre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Hannah tell stories from the movies to the girls?

    <p>To entertain them; her stories mesmerize them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who enjoys the popularity as Chaya?

    <p>Hannah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a shadchan?

    <p>Marriage broker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a badchan?

    <p>Jester/entertainer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chaya mean?

    <p>Life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who loves music?

    <p>Yente</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who sees that Hannah is wise with special knowledge?

    <p>Badchan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hannah's memory is fading of what the longer she stays away?

    <p>New Rochelle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does shul mean?

    <p>Temple, a place of worship, a synagogue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is at the shul?

    <p>Army trucks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Badchan shout upon seeing the trucks?

    <p>Malach-ha ha-mavis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chapter 8 setting?

    <p>Poland, 1942</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who arrives at the wedding and Chaya tries to warn the Jews?

    <p>The Nazis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who denies that the Nazis will kill such a large number and discourages running or fighting back?

    <p>Reb Boruch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who believes they're being resettled?

    <p>The Jews</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who speaks out against the Nazis publicly?

    <p>The Badchan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does Hannah try to explain she's from?

    <p>The future</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Setting

    • Passover is set in modern-day New Rochelle, New York.

    Importance of Passover

    • Commemorates the Israelites' escape from Egypt by placing lamb's blood over doorposts to avoid the Angel of Death.

    Theme

    • Emphasizes the significance of remembering the past to understand the present and future.

    Characters

    • Hannah Stern: Struggles with the notion of remembrance; initially ungrateful.
    • Rosemary: Hannah's best friend.
    • Aaron Stern: Hannah's younger brother.
    • Grandpa Will and Grandma Belle: Survivors of the Holocaust who lost their families.
    • Aunt Eva: Hannah's beloved aunt.
    • Shmuel Abramowicz: The groom, anxious about marriage.
    • Gitl: Shmuel's sister and protector.
    • Fayge: Shmuel's fiancée.
    • Yitzchak: A butcher; widowed with two children, proposes to Gitl.

    Plot Points

    • Transport to Another Time: Hannah is mysteriously transported to a historical setting during the story.
    • Name Change: Hannah adopts the name Chaya in her new identity.
    • Seder: A ceremonial dinner representing Jewish heritage.

    Relationships

    • Family: Hannah's connection with her relatives is central, highlighting their past experiences and how they shape familial bonds.
    • Friendship: Hannah's relationship with Rosemary and her impact on those around her.

    Cultural Elements

    • Malach-ha ha-mavis: Represents the Angel of Death.
    • Seder Tradition: A key event in Jewish culture marking Passover.
    • Shul: Refers to the synagogue and is portrayed as a place of worship.

    Historical Context

    • Setting in 1942 Poland: The village environment and societal context during WWII are essential for understanding the narrative.
    • Nazis' Arrival: Represents the looming threat faced by the Jewish community, creating a tense atmosphere.

    Symbolism and Significance

    • Badchan: A jester symbolizing the intersection of joy and sorrow within the Jewish wedding tradition.
    • Chaya: Represents life and the struggle for survival in dire circumstances.
    • Shadchan: A marriage broker, emphasizing cultural practices surrounding marriage.

    Challenges Faced

    • Memory Loss: Hannah’s fading memory of New Rochelle indicates the emotional toll of the experiences she faces.
    • Denial of Danger: Community members, including Reb Boruch, refuse to acknowledge the seriousness of the Nazi threat.

    Conclusion

    • The narrative intertwines personal and historical themes, underlining the importance of cultural identity and the weight of memory in shaping one's existence.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    This quiz explores key concepts from the first ten chapters of 'The Devil's Arithmetic'. It includes flashcards on setting, the significance of Passover, and major themes. Test your understanding of the important events and ideas presented in the book.

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser