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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 8, The Peasant Marey & The Heavenly Christmas Tree.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Mr. Prohartchin's housemates feel about him when he died?
(a) Distant.
(b) Sincere.
(c) Sympathetic.
(d) Bitter.

2. What do the men say bring great joy in 'An Unpleasant Predicament'?
(a) Alchohol.
(b) Middle aged women.
(c) Extra-marital affairs.
(d) The military force in Russia.

3. Why does the first man get attacked by the crocodile?
(a) He teases it.
(b) He angers the owner.
(c) He attacks it.
(d) He carries meat in his pocket.

4. Who inappropriately tries to court Katerina?
(a) Her uncle.
(b) Her godfather.
(c) Her stepfather.
(d) Her father.

5. What did Emelyanoushka admit to when he returned?
(a) He had never liked his friend.
(b) He was a brigand.
(c) He took something.
(d) He was not who he said he was.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Schpies's daughter?

2. What does NOT happen on holidays in 'The Peasant Marey'?

3. What was the occupation of the first man who was eaten by the crocodile?

4. Why did Emelyanoushka return after going missing?

5. What is the name of the Rag?

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