This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, From a Bird's Eye View, 1989-1991, Chapter 16, Central Asia, The Destruction of the Sea, Chapter 17, Pomona of the Little Town of Drohobych, Chapter 18, Return to My Hometown.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is ironic about Zalozhnaya?
(a) The city is poverty stricken, although it's surrounded by natural riches.
(b) The people couldn't afford to attend the performances.
(c) The people lack for heat in spite of the coal mines.
(d) Most of the residents can't afford an education.

2. What was another nickname for Moscow before 1812?
(a) Third Rome
(b) City of Peace
(c) Land of the Eagles
(d) The Jewel in the Crown

3. What is the status of the Red Army?
(a) The Red Army is nonexistent.
(b) The Red Army is struggling but gradually gaining power.
(c) The Red Army is in terrible shape.
(d) The Red Army is stronger than ever.

4. What was the food like in Ryszard's life?
(a) It was plentiful.
(b) They had every choice of food imaginable.
(c) It was fine if you like eating only potatoes.
(d) It was scarce.

5. What was Ufa like before the USSR stepped in?
(a) It was beautiful.
(b) It was a major tourist attraction.
(c) It had no hope of growth potential.
(d) It was falling apart.