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

2. Why does Katerina have to care for the older man?
(a) He pays her to.
(b) He is her lover.
(c) He has nobody else in the world.
(d) He is ill.

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

4. When did Katerina fall in love with Ordynov?
(a) While he was sick.
(b) When she read his letter.
(c) When she did his laundry.
(d) When she heard him sing.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the occupation of the new lodger in 'An Honest Thief'?

2. What did the main character of 'A Gentle Spirit' say the girl was suffering from?

3. How does the little boy in 'A Little Hero' fall asleep the night after the party?

4. What did the main character in 'A Gentle Spirit' do when he first men the girl?

5. Where is 'Polzunkov' set?

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