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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. Who was Mr. Prohartchin's hidden money NOT sent to?
(a) The landlady.
(b) The house-mates.
(c) His sister-in-law.
(d) The bank.

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

3. What does Arkady do to help his best friend?
(a) Gets his friend a job.
(b) Gives his friend some money.
(c) Stays away from his friend's girl.
(d) Follows his friend's girl.

4. What is the man at the beginning of 'Another Man's Wife' doing?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Pacing.
(c) Writing.
(d) Walking.

5. What kind of disposition does Shumkov have?
(a) Nervous.
(b) Happy.
(c) Serious.
(d) Animated.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is with Mr. Prohartchin when he dies?

3. Why did Emelyanoushka return after going missing?

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

5. How does Ordynov get Katerina to pay attention to him?

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