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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 3, Polzunkov.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Murin say he needs Katerina?
(a) His mother is dead.
(b) He is lonely.
(c) He needs a role in life.
(d) He is often ill.

2. How do Mr. Prohartchin's house mates feel about each other after his death?
(a) Depressed.
(b) Distant.
(c) Friendly.
(d) Suspicious.

3. Why do Mr. Prohartchin's co-lodgers feel bitter towards him?
(a) He keeps a dog.
(b) He pays lower rent.
(c) He complains too much.
(d) He eats too much food.

4. How does Katerina say she feels about the older man?
(a) She likes and advises him.
(b) She adores and loves him.
(c) She respects and fears him.
(d) She endures and appeases him.

5. How does Ordynov get Katerina to pay attention to him?
(a) He pays to board at her house.
(b) He falls ill.
(c) He lies about being lost.
(d) He sends her flowers.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Katerina blame for her mother's death?

2. What kind of lodgers did the landlady like to house?

3. How long has Mr. Prohartchin lived in his lodging?

4. Where has Mr. Prohartchin been hiding money?

5. What did the author say curbed the wonderful nature of Schpies's daughter?

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