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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Five: Ludvik.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Helena claim she is looking for?
(a) New ideals.
(b) A new political party.
(c) Love.
(d) New dreams.

2. When Ludvik was a young boy in school, financial troubles almost prevented his continuing education. Who saved Ludvik in the eleventh hour?
(a) His aunt.
(b) His father.
(c) His grandmother.
(d) His mother.

3. What brought Jaroslav and Ludvik together when they were young boys?
(a) They are cousins.
(b) They were both half-orphans.
(c) They both liked to go fishing.
(d) They were both very smart.

4. After what family event did Ludvik denounce the Church?
(a) His aunt's funeral.
(b) His cousin's wedding.
(c) His mother's second wedding.
(d) His mother's funeral.

5. What kind of garland did Vlasta wear in her hair on her wedding day?
(a) Lilac.
(b) Sage.
(c) Rosemary.
(d) Thyme.

Short Answer Questions

1. Moravia reminds the narrator of what city?

2. Why does Ludvik want to have an affair with Helena?

3. Ludvik decides to leave his hotel shortly after arriving for the first time. What does he want to do?

4. 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?

5. What is Helena doing the evening of the beginning of part two?

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