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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Khrushchev deliver his speech exposing the horrors of Stalin's rule?

2. How long did Volodya wait before reapplying for a visa?

3. Why was the letter sent from pretend relatives in Israel not used?

4. When was Leonid Slepak born?

5. What did Masha and Volodya decide to write on a sheet outside of their window?

Short Essay Questions

1. What long story did Masha make up?

2. How did Volodya describe his time in prison in Chapter 8?

3. What were Volodya and Masha both fighting for?

4. What news did Masha received on October 13, 1987?

5. Who was Masha?

6. When was Volodya's exile completed?

7. How did Masha and Volodya survive after Masha retired in 1971?

8. Why were Masha and Volodya moved into an apartment?

9. What reason was Volodya given for denial of his visa application?

10. What increased for Jews?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the history of the Jews, including their persecution and beliefs, comparing this with Christianity.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the relationship between Solomon and Volodya and analyze Volodya's belief that his father never understood him.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Volodya's request for a visa and the reason given for their denial.

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