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

2. As the story reveals, what is in store for the famous poet?
(a) Ostracization from society.
(b) Painful death.
(c) Jaromil's hatred.
(d) Sudden death.

3. While Jaromil is answering questions about love and socialism, what is he most conscious of?
(a) The fact that he is only reciting the words of his artist teacher.
(b) The presence of the silver-haired poet.
(c) Dark eyes watching him from the audience.
(d) Maman's imagined disappointment over his answers.

4. What personal aspect was considered a political crime during Jaromil's time?
(a) Elegance.
(b) Extravagance.
(c) Poverty.
(d) Depravity.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is there silence at the beginning of the question-and-answer time following the recitation?

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

3. What is the primary reason that Xavier runs into danger ahead of his comrades?

4. Why is revolution an exciting prospect to young people?

5. What is the redhead's perception of Jaromil's interest in her?

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