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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 hated working.
(b) He could drink in peace.
(c) He was having an affair with the maid.
(d) He loved his family.

2. What did Semyon talk about when he got a little drunk?
(a) His love life.
(b) The way he felt about Stepan.
(c) The reforms in Russia.
(d) His fascination with Stepan's daughter.

3. What is the occupation of the men in 'A Faint Heart'?
(a) Miners.
(b) Soldiers.
(c) Store Owners.
(d) Writers.

4. What did the main character in 'A Gentle Spirit' do when he first men the girl?
(a) Tested her.
(b) Teased her.
(c) Comforted her.
(d) Watched her.

5. Where was Dostoyevsky from?
(a) Russia.
(b) Germany.
(c) Belgium.
(d) Finalnd.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Mr. Prohartchin's housemates feel about him when he died?

2. What does the swallowed man say will nourish him while he is in the crocodile?

3. Where does the crocodile live?

4. How did Murin go about protecting Katerina?

5. What does Katerina cry about selling?

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