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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 2, The Landlady.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where has Mr. Prohartchin been hiding money?
(a) A safe.
(b) A bank account.
(c) His mattress.
(d) His sock drawer.

2. What is the main character of 'Mr. Prohartchin' very vocal about?
(a) The bad government.
(b) Being poor.
(c) His dead wife.
(d) His dreams to immigrate.

3. What kind of lodgers did the landlady like to house?
(a) Older men.
(b) Married couples.
(c) Gentlemen.
(d) Young students.

4. How many months of deposit money did Ordynov give Schpies?
(a) 9.
(b) 3.
(c) 12.
(d) 6.

5. Who translated these stories into English?
(a) Connie Green.
(b) Credence Gray.
(c) Coleen Garrison.
(d) Constance Garnett.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the author talk about when mentioning Mr. Prohartchin's need for attention?

2. Who was Mr. Prohartchin's hidden money NOT sent to?

3. How does Murin describe Katerina?

4. To whom does Mr. Prohartchin send money on a regular basis?

5. What does Murin never do with Katerina?

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