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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5: Chaps. 7-8, pp. 225-242.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the silver-haired poet's attitude toward the poetry reading in the auditorium?
(a) He is a young person moving toward the future.
(b) He is too good for the young people who have gathered.
(c) He is grateful to Marxism for bringing such disparate people together.
(d) He deserves to be honored for his poetic achievements.

2. According to Jaromil, how do socialism and love interact?
(a) Socialism stifles love.
(b) Socialism allows for true love to exist.
(c) Socialism comes from the root of love.
(d) They are complete opposites.

3. Why does the blond girl wear a beautiful white dress to the dance hall?
(a) She wants Xavier to notice her.
(b) It is her wedding dress.
(c) She wants to personify the snow.
(d) She wants to attract attention from the boys around her.

4. In the cinematographer's apartment, what happens?
(a) The cinematographer and Jaromil kiss.
(b) The people have a heated discussion about socialism.
(c) The people sip wine and chat amiably.
(d) Jaromil recites his silly ideas about love.

5. Where does Xavier usually go when he skips school?
(a) The yellow house.
(b) The Andrews Bridge.
(c) To his girlfriend's house.
(d) The Charles Bridge.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jaromil do when the redhead catches him staring through her apartment window?

2. As the story reveals, what is in store for the famous poet?

3. Why is the famous poet booed by the audience after he reads a poem?

4. What can only a true poet know?

5. What is unusual about Xavier's presence at the blond girl's funeral?

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