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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Kostka receive Ludvik after not seeing each other in so long?
(a) Kostka did not want to see Ludvik.
(b) Kostka is glad to see Ludvik.
(c) Kostka was cold to Ludvik.
(d) Kostka was pleasant to Ludvik, but excused himself quickly.

2. Once Ludvik lost the rights to his University studies he expected to be notified of what compulsory service?
(a) Sanitation.
(b) Military.
(c) Education.
(d) Construction.

3. Ludvik and Kostka, just before Kostka returns to the hospital, come to an ideological impasse. How long ago were they in the same position?
(a) Fourteen years.
(b) Fifteen years.
(c) Nine years.
(d) Seven years.

4. Why was Ludvik summoned the day after he returned to his post at University in his third year?
(a) An inquiry about the postcard he sent Marketa.
(b) A promotion because of his loyalty.
(c) An inquiry about the quality of his work.
(d) A promotion because of his innovations.

5. At the end of her first year at university, Marketa is sent away by who?
(a) Ludvik.
(b) The Comrades.
(c) Her professor.
(d) Her parents.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the woman cleans Ludvik's face with a towel, what does Ludvik pretend?

2. As a student, where did Ludvik hold an important post?

3. What instrument is Jaroslav's favorite in his house, of all his possessions?

4. Moravia reminds the narrator of what city?

5. How is the local hospital in Moravia set up?

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