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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5: Chaps. 9-11, pp. 242-266.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Maman shame Jaromil in front of her guests?
(a) Asks if he's dating a common girl.
(b) Berates him for an untidy bedroom.
(c) Brushes the lint off his trousers.
(d) Combs his hair.

2. What is the first time Jaromil's words save him from punishment?
(a) When he began reciting the encyclopedia.
(b) When he used adult vocabulary at a young age.
(c) When he yelled in a trochee speech pattern.
(d) When his insult was a rhyme.

3. What happens as Maman sees her son's physicality?
(a) She begins to question her sexuality.
(b) She begins to accept her own physicality.
(c) Her tenderness increases.
(d) She becomes even more revolted by physicality.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the silver-haired poet's attitude toward the poetry reading in the auditorium?

2. After Jaromil hears about the girl's brother, what action does he want her to take?

3. Why is Jaromil filled with pride after sleeping with the redhead girl?

4. Jaromil agonizes over his hair. What kind of hair does he have?

5. Why does Jaromil begin taking lesson from the art teacher?

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