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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Ludvik decides to leave his hotel shortly after arriving for the first time. What does he want to do?
(a) Ask an acquaintance for a discreet favor.
(b) Buy a new suit.
(c) Obtain something to eat.
(d) Send a letter at the post office.

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) Nine years.
(b) Seven years.
(c) Fifteen years.
(d) Fourteen years.

4. What does Helena like about Ludvik?
(a) He is changable.
(b) He is strange and mysterious.
(c) He is melancholy and artistic.
(d) He is normal and straightforward.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Helena meet Zemanek?

2. Where is the man Ludvik asks for at the booth at the gate of the hospital?

3. Who is Vladimir?

4. What kind of garland did Vlasta wear in her hair on her wedding day?

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

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