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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Six: Kostka.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Helena meet Ludvik?
(a) He had to interview her.
(b) At a demonstration.
(c) She had to interview him.
(d) In the gallows.

2. Ludvik asks Kostka for a recommendation for what service?
(a) Entertainment for the evening.
(b) A store that sells liquor.
(c) A shave.
(d) A decent dinner.

3. When Marketa and Ludvik reunite at University, how does Marketa act?
(a) Exactly the same.
(b) She professes her love for Ludvik.
(c) She tells Ludvik she has another lover.
(d) She ignores Ludvik completely.

4. 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) Obtain something to eat.
(c) Buy a new suit.
(d) Send a letter at the post office.

5. At the beginning of the novel, how long has the narrator been away from his home?
(a) Fifteen years.
(b) Five years.
(c) Twenty years.
(d) Ten years.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Zdena feel about Zemanek?

2. How does Kostka receive Ludvik after not seeing each other in so long?

3. Why did Lucie spend time with the gang from her childhood?

4. Even though Ludvik senses Helena is ready to consummate their affair, he decides to take his time. What do they do first?

5. Where does Kostka live?

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