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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Manya change her name to Marie?
(a) Because it is the French version of her name.
(b) Because she is starting a new life.
(c) Because she wants to forget her past.
(d) Because her sister who died used to call her that.

2. What is the main area that Manya has found her interest waning in since she arrived in Paris?
(a) Young men.
(b) Physics.
(c) Family relationships.
(d) Mathematics.

3. What is Manya's personal ambition?
(a) To help the poor.
(b) To help her sister realize her dreams.
(c) To study in Paris.
(d) To become a patriot.

4. What does Mademoiselle Mayer believe Manya to be?
(a) Smart and respectful.
(b) Studious and disrespectful.
(c) Lying and deceitful.
(d) Stubborn and scornful.

5. Why does Manya begin to withdraw from the performances the Polish students have?
(a) Because she cannot participate in them.
(b) Because it is dangerous and takes away study time.
(c) Because she enjoys entertaining with her sister.
(d) Because her father told her to do that.

Short Answer Questions

1. What religion does Manya practice?

2. What does the visit from the inspector make Manya more aware of?

3. Why does Manya stay working as the governess with Casimir's family?

4. What profession does Bronya's husband have?

5. Where does Manya go to escape from her troubles?

(see the answer key)

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