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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Stories 14 through 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Andreich believe it is acceptable to call Maria by an insulting name?
(a) Because God forgave her.
(b) Because she is a woman.
(c) Because other people call her that all the time.
(d) Because he is her father.

2. What is Nikolai the porter's proficiency?
(a) The latest in medicine.
(b) Philosophy.
(c) University news.
(d) Mathematics.

3. How does Vanka learn how to read and write?
(a) By the master's wife.
(b) In secret from his grandfather.
(c) From his old miss Olga.
(d) From another apprentice.

4. What does Katya suggest to Stepanych?
(a) To go see a dentist.
(b) For him to sponsor her pursuits in theater.
(c) For him to leave his family.
(d) That he should get some open air at the Caucasus.

5. Whom does Varka see in her dreams?
(a) Babies with wings.
(b) Melting candles.
(c) Singing lamps.
(d) Her late parents.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the judge discover about an accident from the previous year?

2. The condition of Stepan and Anyuta's room can be described as __________.

3. Why does Osip leave Olga?

4. To whom is Nevyrazimov writing a letter?

5. What feeling do Mashenka and Matvei have that brings them together?

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