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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4: “1953: Apostles and Apostates”.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the Count is in Halecki's office in Book 1: "An Assembly," he finds a hidden compartment two panels beyond what etching?
(a) "The Chase."
(b) "The Scent."
(c) "Tallyho."
(d) "The Crowning."

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

3. Who delivers the news that Sofia won in Book 4: "1953: Apostles and Apostates"?
(a) Emile.
(b) Anna.
(c) Marina.
(d) Osip.

4. Who is manning the front desk at the Hotel Metropol when the Count arrives in Book 1: "1922: An Ambassador"?
(a) Pavel.
(b) Emile.
(c) Arkady.
(d) Fyodor.

5. How old is Sofia said to be in the opening of Book 4: "1950: Adagio, Andante, Allegro"?
(a) 15.
(b) 17.
(c) 13.
(d) 19.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the objects dropped from the ballroom balcony is described as "the Count's personal favorite" in Book 2: "1926: Adieu"?

2. Why does Mr. Halecki call the Count to his office in Book 1: "An Assembly"?

3. With whom is Sofia said to be meeting in the ballroom in Book 4: "1950: Adagio, Andante, Allegro"?

4. Who is the barber of the Metropol Hotel?

5. What is Pavel's last name?

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