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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3: “1946” — “Addendum”.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the Count's response when the couple asks him "What are you doing here?" in Book 2: "1926: Adieu"?
(a) "I am... a bellhop."
(b) "I am... from the drapers."
(c) "I am... inspecting your locks."
(d) "I am... from the barber shop."

2. When did the Germans begin their retreat from Moscow in Operation Barbarossa?
(a) March, 1943.
(b) January, 1942.
(c) March, 1942.
(d) June, 1941.

3. What is the name of the Count's sister whose portrait hangs in his study?
(a) Helena.
(b) Marina.
(c) Anna.
(d) Sofia.

4. At what time does the Count approach the Shalyapin in the opening of Book 3: "Absinthe"?
(a) 1:15.
(b) 12:15.
(c) 11:30.
(d) 11:45.

5. What is Pavel's last name?
(a) Litvinova.
(b) Kulikova.
(c) Ivanovich.
(d) Mindich.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did the Hotel Metropol first open its doors, according to the narrator in Book 1: "An Appointment"?

2. In what room is the Count standing when Book 2: "1926: Adieu" begins?

3. When did Serov paint the portrait of Helena, according to the narrator in Book 1: "1922: An Ambassador"?

4. How much is Sofia described as weighing in Book 3: "Adjustments"?

5. Who waits on the Count and Sofia at the Piazza in Book 3: "Adjustments"?

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