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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Helena.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What organ does Helena have trouble with, under the slightest bit of exertion?
(a) Her brain.
(b) Her stomach.
(c) Her heart.
(d) Her lungs.

3. What does Ludvik think of this woman's voice who shaved him?
(a) It is very formal and cold.
(b) It is the voice he recognizes most.
(c) It is very soothing.
(d) It is the voice of a stranger.

4. What happened in 1956 and how did it affect Helena and Zemanek?
(a) Stalin's crimes came out, but Helena remained loyal.
(b) Stalin became a hero but Pavel didn't like him.
(c) Stalin became a hero but Helena didn't like him.
(d) Stalin's crimes came out, but Pavel remained loyal.

5. What is the name of the man Ludvik asks for at the booth at the gate of the hospital?
(a) Dr. Kostka.
(b) Dr. Lucie
(c) Dr. Zemanek.
(d) Dr. Klara

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Helena's co-workers say about her at work?

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

3. When did Helena move to Prague?

4. How does Zdena feel about Zemanek?

5. What is the name of Helena's daughter?

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