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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Manya come to the conclusion that keeping a post in Warsaw is impossible?
(a) She finds no intellectual challenge.
(b) She can not tolerate the rich.
(c) She cannot hide from the Russians.
(d) It does not pay enough.

2. What did Mademoiselle Mayer catch Manya and her friend doing that caused a great conflict between the two of them?
(a) Dancing with joy at the assassination of the Tsar.
(b) Making fun of Mademoiselle Mayer behind her back.
(c) Speaking in Polish instead of Russian.
(d) Studying subjects that were prohibited to girls.

3. Why is Manya always chosen to answer the inspector's questions?
(a) She is the most respectful to the inspector.
(b) She can tell lies perfectly in Russian.
(c) She is the youngest in the class and therefore impressive.
(d) She speaks Russian perfectly and is knowledgeable.

4. What does Manya offer to God in place of her mother?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her books.
(c) Herself.
(d) Her apples.

5. Why do Casimir's parents oppose the idea of marriage to Manya?
(a) They do not want him to marry a governess.
(b) They want him to marry a Russian.
(c) Manya's family does not have enough money.
(d) They think they are too young to get married.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Manya combat her discouragement?

2. Where does Manya go to escape from her troubles?

3. Who did Monsieur Sklodovska follow in regards to his career?

4. What decision does Manya make in regard to her life when Bronya invites her to Paris?

5. Why does Manya's work end at Sczczuki?

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