Influential Figures and Experiences

The speaker reflects on the significant influences in their life, focusing on their maternal grandfather and mother. The grandfather, an immigrant from Russia, was a union organizer and later ventured into specialty foods, impacting the speaker with his dedication to helping others. The mother was deeply involved in the Civil Rights Movement, participating in marches and facing arrests, which exposed the speaker to activism and social justice from a young age.

What industry did the narrator's grandfather initially work in after immigrating to the U.S.?

• Textile production

• Meat packing

• Automobile manufacturing

• Construction

What was one of Herman's roles in the community?

• A local politician

• A police officer

• A school teacher

• A union organizer

What type of products did Herman eventually start importing?

• Furniture

• Clothing

• Specialty foodstuffs

• Electronics

Why was Herman unable to immigrate to Israel?

• He was an illegal immigrant in the U.S.

• He had health issues

• He changed his mind

• He lost his savings

What unique breakfast item did Herman prepare?

• Double yolk eggs

• Pancakes with syrup

• Triple yolk eggs

• Omelets with truffles

What movement was the narrator's mother involved in?

• Labor rights

• Environmental activism

• Civil Rights Movement

• Women's suffrage

Where did the narrator's family spend a lot of time due to their friendships?

• North side of Chicago

• South side of Chicago

• West side of Chicago

• Downtown Chicago

What was a common occurrence for the narrator's mother due to her activism?

• Writing books

• Traveling abroad

• Getting arrested

• Receiving awards

During the march with Martin Luther King Jr., what did the narrator and others experience?

• A quiet protest

• Being pelted with rotten tomatoes and eggs

• A celebratory parade

• A peaceful walk

What was a significant impact of the march with Martin Luther King Jr. on the narrator?

• It was a forgettable event

• It was a searing experience

• It was a joyful occasion

• It was a confusing moment