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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Xavier, pp. 65-89.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Maman not want to go to the lake on vacation?
(a) She wanted her husband to go along.
(b) It would have reminded her of happier summers.
(c) She did not have enough money.
(d) Jaromil did not want to go with her.

2. What justification does Maman give herself for her initial infidelity?
(a) Lust.
(b) Anger.
(c) Innocence.
(d) Sadness.

3. In confiding to Jaromil, what does Maman say is her greatest love?
(a) Family life and stability.
(b) Her son.
(c) Her husband.
(d) Literature.

4. How does Jaromil's father prepare for leaving home several days at a time on business trips?
(a) He makes Maman do his laundry.
(b) He spends time with Jaromil.
(c) Maman cooks for two days ahead so he can take food with him.
(d) He never gives his family warning.

5. How do Jaromil and Maman reach the lake resort?
(a) By train and buggy.
(b) By car.
(c) By walking.
(d) By train.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Xavier know that there will be no executions the day he hears shots fired?

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

4. Why does Maman weep as the artist makes love to her?

5. What night does Magda take her bath?

(see the answer key)

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