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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chaps. 15-28, pp.114-158.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jaromil draw during his first lesson in the artist's studio?
(a) Human faces.
(b) Circles.
(c) Humans with dogs' heads.
(d) Lines.

2. On the train, why does Xavier avoid his Latin professor?
(a) He thinks the Latin professor will yell at him for missing class.
(b) His Latin professor does not like him.
(c) He failed Latin class the first time he took it.
(d) He has not been to class in a long time.

3. Who was Jaromil's first and greatest friend?
(a) His grandpa.
(b) His friend, the janitor's son.
(c) His dog, Alik.
(d) His dad.

4. What sacred contract does Maman feel that Jaromil is violating?
(a) His original, baby-like innocence.
(b) His loyalty to her over all other women.
(c) His trust and confidence in her without shame.
(d) His loyalty to her over his father.

5. Why does Xavier stay in the woman's room when her husband comes home?
(a) He wants to protect her from danger.
(b) He does not have time to leave.
(c) He wants to confront her husband.
(d) He wants to put the woman in danger as a form of revenge.

Short Answer Questions

1. To Jaromil, what determines a woman's beauty?

2. What are the four students singing about while on the train?

3. Why do Jaromil's drawings favor dogs?

4. What is Maman's attitude about her affair?

5. After the debate in the artist's apartment, how does Jaromil know he is no longer welcome there?

(see the answer key)

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