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the test. Good luck — the Stickman is counting on you!
Q. What is the magic barrel?
A deli where Salzman purchases his fish sandwiches.
A temporary place to store girls' information before filing them.
The traditional storage container used by marriage brokers.
An imaginary tool crafted by Salzman to describe the abundance of choices available.
Q. Leo is often distracted by the presence of nature and wonder in the world around him. What does Leo see?
The moon is an egg being laid by a hen-shaped cloud
Dancers gliding elegantly along telephone poles.
Salzman, hiding outside of his window.
The streetcars moving in slow motion.
Q. What is Leo surprised to find when he goes to Salzman's home?
Stella's photograph among the other girls' photos.
The magic barrel is nowhere to be seen.
The teacher's father discussing possible dowries.
A barrel of fish against the wall.
Q. What does Leo carry with him when he finally decides to find Salzman?
A quarter machine snapshot.
A smoked fish sandwich.
A bouquet of violets and rosebuds.
The small packet of notecards that Salzman left for him.
Q. What does Leo notice about Stella on their first meeting?
Her red scarf and white raincoat.
The violets and rosebuds in her dress.
Stella is smoking.
Stella is small and filled with confidence.