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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4: I think of Ulrike this night in November and Chapter 5: On Doing Laundry.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What simple appliance was Slavenka's friend Blaga unaware of?
(a) A washing machine.
(b) A dryer.
(c) A dishwasher.
(d) A refrigerator.

2. Where did Slavenka and Ulrike travel to together?
(a) Berlin.
(b) Beijing.
(c) Los Angeles.
(d) Moscow.

3. Where was Ulrike from?
(a) Yugoslavia.
(b) Poland.
(c) East Germany.
(d) The United States.

4. Why was Ulrike put in prison?
(a) An attempt to flee her country.
(b) Assault.
(c) Embezzlement.
(d) Theft.

5. What impressed Slavenka about American washing machines?
(a) Their efficiency.
(b) All of these.
(c) Their craftsmanship.
(d) Their reliability.

Short Answer Questions

1. What mentality permeated the people of Eastern Europe after the fall of Communism?

2. Why did the Communist state want to create a uniform, physical appearance amongst women?

3. What city shocked Slavenka with its variety of food?

4. What year did Slavenka and Ulrike meet?

5. Who was forced to abandon Ulrike due to her time in prison?

(see the answer key)

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