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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4: The Poet on the Run, pp. 161-181.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the highest point of happiness which Jaromil reaches so far in his life?
(a) His father's memorial service as a war hero.
(b) Sleeping with the girl he met at dancing class.
(c) A girl resting her head on his shoulder.
(d) The reconciliation with his mother after their fight.

2. According to the poet's father, where was the poet conceived?
(a) In the countryside near Prague.
(b) In the mother's apartment.
(c) In the apartment of his colleague.
(d) On a park bench.

3. Why does the brunette leave Prague?
(a) She is afraid of rioting in the city.
(b) She is getting married.
(c) She is involved in underground activities and must flee.
(d) She does not want to face Jaromil.

4. While kissing the old woman, why does Xavier turn on the light?
(a) He wants to show off for the blond girl.
(b) He does not want to lose sight of the blond girl.
(c) He wants to take away the old woman's shame in her withered body.
(d) He wants to block out all sight of the blond girl.

5. Why does Maman blame Jaromil for all her troubles?
(a) She would rather blame her son as herself.
(b) He has cost her the love of every man in her life.
(c) She lashes out at him because he is defenseless.
(d) He is too emotionally needy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens as Maman sees her son's physicality?

2. On the train, why does Xavier avoid his Latin professor?

3. How does the artist show Maman that he is not interested in a relationship with her?

4. Who or what is the real source of Jaromil's poetic inspiration?

5. Why does Maman take her husband's picture off the wall?

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