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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I, First Encounters, Chapter 2, The Trans-Siberian.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the political atmosphere in Poland in 1939?
(a) It's a time of historical peace.
(b) War is everywhere.
(c) The peasants are protesting.
(d) They are choosing new leaders.

2. How does Ryszard act in the classroom?
(a) He is the class clown.
(b) He doesn't ask questions for fear of reprisal.
(c) He asks lots of questions to show how smart he is.
(d) He never knows the answers.

3. What does Ryszard think about the immensity of Russia?
(a) It makes Russians anxious to explore new territories.
(b) It has a negative effect on Russians because it doesn't demand concentration.
(c) It has a positive effect on Russians because it demands concentration.
(d) It makes Russians relax and let down their guards.

4. What interrupted class time?
(a) Air raids
(b) Gunfire
(c) Ryszard's fell over in his chair.
(d) The class pet escaping

5. How did the travelers view time on the trip?
(a) The trip was going quickly.
(b) The trip seemed endless.
(c) Travelers could predict time to the minute with the numerous stations and stops.
(d) All sense of time was lost.

Short Answer Questions

1. What towns do the travelers go through on their journey?

2. Where did Ryszard come across the Imperium the second time?

3. What did the soldiers take from them?

4. What does the author compare Siberia to weather-wise?

5. What did the children get after standing out all night in front of the candy store?

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