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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 8, An Unpleasant Predicament.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Semyon like being at his home?
(a) He could drink in peace.
(b) He hated working.
(c) He loved his family.
(d) He was having an affair with the maid.

2. How old is the child in 'A Little Hero'?
(a) 11.
(b) 8.
(c) 9.
(d) 10.

3. What does Shumkov say he did in spite of himself?
(a) Got old.
(b) Entered the military.
(c) Fell in love.
(d) Got married.

4. What confuses Schpies about Ordynov?
(a) He does not care for his daughter.
(b) He has no direction in life.
(c) He does not come back after paying rent.
(d) He pursues his engaged daughter.

5. What did the author say curbed the wonderful nature of Schpies's daughter?
(a) Difference in classes.
(b) Language barriers.
(c) Societal boundaries.
(d) Age limits.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Stepan?

2. Where is 'Polzunkov' set?

3. What is Shumkov's first name?

4. Where does Ordynov go after renting some rooms?

5. Why did Stepan arrange the meeting in 'An Unpleasant Predicament'?

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