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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 12, Gentle Spirit Cont..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ordynov want to hear about Katerina's life?
(a) He wants to manipulate her.
(b) He wants to make sure she has money.
(c) He wants to love her better.
(d) He wants to get the truth.

2. How old was Stepan?
(a) 75.
(b) 45.
(c) 55.
(d) 65.

3. What does the Rag say he has never done for money?
(a) Slept with a woman.
(b) Begged.
(c) Taken a bribe.
(d) Killed a man.

4. What did Dostoyevsky say ended the childhood of the boy?
(a) His first kiss.
(b) Riding the pony.
(c) Delivering a letter to an intended lover.
(d) Winning the fighting match.

5. How does the little boy in 'A Little Hero' fall asleep the night after the party?
(a) He sleeps with his parents.
(b) He leaves his light on.
(c) He sleeps out on his lawn.
(d) He cries himself to sleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the main character in 'A Gentle Spirit' have to lure the girl to do?

2. What did the main character in 'A Gentle Spirit' say gave him the upper hand in the situation?

3. Where does Ordynov go after renting some rooms?

4. What did Emelyanoushka request often from his friend at the pub?

5. Who teases the boy in 'A Little Hero'?

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