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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, From a Bird's Eye View, 1989-1991, Chapter 14, The Kremlin, The Magic Mountain, Chapter 15, The Trap.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Ryszard' destination?
(a) Mangazeya
(b) St. Petersburg
(c) Plinsk
(d) Moscow

2. What does Ryszard encounter in Matenadaran?
(a) He encounters a thriving publishing community.
(b) He encounters a wealth of religious texts.
(c) He encounters ancient books.
(d) He encounters a community where all books were destroyed.

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

4. What was it like living in Vorkuta?
(a) It was tough, but worth it for the benefits.
(b) Life was easy.
(c) People felt like it was a privilege.
(d) It was horrific.

5. Who does Ryszard travel with in Armenia?
(a) He travels with a sculptor and a composer.
(b) He travels with a business man and a former soldier.
(c) He travels with a travel guide.
(d) He travels with a priest.

Short Answer Questions

1. What weather did Ryszard encounter when he flew into Vorkuta?

2. Who initially leads the meeting?

3. All of the following were ways to get into the Kremlin except for which?

4. What was supposed to be built at the location of the Temple of Christ the Savior?

5. What do the Red Army men want?

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