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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Cave by Evgeny Zamyatin.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what language does Ivan Ivanovich translate books for booksellers?
(a) Polish.
(b) Croatian.
(c) German.
(d) French.

2. What does the tailor call his wife in "The Clothesmender"?
(a) Mashenka.
(b) Natalyoshka.
(c) Irinka.
(d) Anya.

3. Whom does the stationmaster ask about his daughter's whereabouts as this person is snuffing out candles?
(a) The sexton.
(b) The nun.
(c) The candle maker.
(d) The friar.

4. What jewelry is often given to the stationmaster's daughter by ladies who pass through the station?
(a) Brooches.
(b) Rings.
(c) Earrings.
(d) Necklaces.

5. What does Lukerya make the wreath out of in her dreams?
(a) Cornflowers.
(b) Lavender.
(c) Daisies.
(d) Baby's breath.

Short Answer Questions

1. To where does the police officer who brings Major Kovalyov's nose back to him, say he has to go when he is offered a cup of tea?

2. Who in the church suggests a place for the narrator to live in "The Clothesmender"?

3. What does the narrator hope will loosen the stationmaster's tongue with regard to the whereabouts of his daughter?

4. Major Kovalyov's face is described as ____ where his nose used to be.

5. Who is staying in Room One the next New Year's Eve in "The Clothesmender"?

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