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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 5, An Honest Thief & A Christmas Tree & A Wedding, White Nights.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What started the discussion about Emelyanoushka?
(a) A story from the lodger.
(b) A thief in the house.
(c) A question about a picture.
(d) A familiar sound.

2. Why did Ordynov tell Yaroslav that he moved?
(a) He fell in love.
(b) He wanted to be closer to the school.
(c) His landlady moved.
(d) He needed cheaper rent.

3. Whay has Shumkov fallen behind in his work?
(a) He is looking for a new job.
(b) He is suspicious of his boss.
(c) He thinks about his marriage all day.
(d) He is worried about his fiance.

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

5. What does Murin never do with Katerina?
(a) Attend church.
(b) Make love.
(c) Go out in public.
(d) Leave the country.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the man of the house in 'An Honest Thief' say the woman helped him with by doing something without his permission?

2. Where does Ordynov go after renting some rooms?

3. What is the name of the Rag?

4. How does the old man at the beginning of 'Another Man's Wife' look?

5. How do Mr. Prohartchin's house mates feel about each other after his death?

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