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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Darling.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In "Ward No. 6", who is Nikita?
(a) The caretaker.
(b) The hall porter.
(c) One of the patients of Ward No. 6.
(d) The assistant doctor.

3. What is Dr. Yefimych's true passion?
(a) Horticulture.
(b) Literature.
(c) Theology.
(d) Anatomy and physiology.

4. How does Modest Andreich view his wife?
(a) He is in love with her innocence.
(b) She is there on a friend's advice, not because he wants a wife.
(c) She is there to advance his career.
(d) He is in love with her beauty.

5. What is the root of poverty in Anya's family?
(a) Her brother's irresponsible ways.
(b) Her mother's death.
(c) Her father's physical disability.
(d) Pyotr's alcoholism.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is constantly on Nikolai Stepanych's mind?

2. To whom is Nevyrazimov writing a letter?

3. What happens at Pelageya's cottage on Easter?

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

5. Why is Christina Dmitrievna in charge of meeting the doctor?

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