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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. How old is Manya at the beginning of this chapter?
(a) 15.
(b) 10.
(c) 7.
(d) 12.

2. What has impeded the atmosphere at the schools in Poland?
(a) Unqualifed teachers.
(b) German invasion.
(c) Russian control.
(d) Lack of finances.

3. What does the visit from the inspector make Manya more aware of?
(a) Her lack of personal strength.
(b) Her desire to find a new book.
(c) Her need to flee Poland.
(d) Her personal troubles.

4. Where do the Sklodovskass now live?
(a) A small house on campus.
(b) A tranquil courtyard.
(c) A train station.
(d) A homeless shelter.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one of Manya, Aunt Lucia and Hela's favorite activities?

2. How do the words that Manya overhears make her feel even though she doesn't understand what they mean?

3. Who does Monsieur Sklodovska have an ongoing conflict with?

4. What is Manya afraid she will never be forgiven for figuring out how to do?

5. What does the father of the children in the opening scene of the school teach?

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