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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. How are Marie and Pierre similar?
(a) Both like to be near their family.
(b) Both are married to their work.
(c) Both have sisters.
(d) Both are from Poland.

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

5. Why did the Sklodovskas switch to education?
(a) Because it is the safest profession.
(b) Because that is what their familes have done for years.
(c) Because estates have grown poorer.
(d) Because they believe in education.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pierre study at the School of Physics and Chemistry in Paris?

2. What profession does Bronya's husband have?

3. What does Marie decide to get her masters degree in?

4. What is Manya's personal ambition?

5. Who is Manya's first romance with?

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