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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four: Jaroslav.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the narrator of part four?
(a) Lucie.
(b) Jaroslav.
(c) Marketa.
(d) Zemanek.

2. Who is Ludvik's first friend, or the person that sticks out most to him, in his group of black-insignias?
(a) Varga.
(b) Honza.
(c) Zizkov.
(d) Pavel.

3. After Ludvik's exile and return, Jaroslav asks Ludvik to join him where?
(a) At a dinner with his wife.
(b) At a rehearsal for the ensemble.
(c) At University for a class.
(d) At a meeting for the Party.

4. Where does the narrator go after he leaves the town square?
(a) His mother's house.
(b) His old school.
(c) To see a dear friend.
(d) His hotel.

5. How does Ludvik feel about the differences between himself and Kostka?
(a) Ludvik gets very angry with Kostka.
(b) Ludvik hates to argue with Kostka.
(c) Their differences endear Kostka to Ludvik.
(d) Ludvik really dislikes Kostka.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Helena claim she is looking for?

2. After a disappointing leave in pursuit of the infamous 'Candlestick,' Ludvik decides the same weekend as Stana's wedding to go off on his own. Who does Ludvik meet this weekend?

3. What did Zemanek say to Helena in the heat of an argument when their daughter was five?

4. At the beginning of the novel, how long has the narrator been away from his home?

5. What is the name of the man Ludvik asks for at the booth at the gate of the hospital?

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