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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of the novel, the narrator claims his mission could have been completed in what city?
(a) Prague.
(b) Tisovec.
(c) Bratislava.
(d) Brno.

2. Where does the narrator go after he leaves the town square?
(a) His hotel.
(b) To see a dear friend.
(c) His mother's house.
(d) His old school.

3. How long ago did Jaroslav's father die from the beginning of part four?
(a) One year ago.
(b) Two years ago.
(c) Three weeks ago.
(d) Four months ago.

4. What is the name of the woman who shaves Ludvik?
(a) Lucie.
(b) Jana.
(c) Katka.
(d) Helena.

5. When did Helena realize she was in love with Zemanek?
(a) At a meeting for the Youth League.
(b) After they married.
(c) While visiting Italy with their ensemble.
(d) On the anniversary of the Liberation in Old Town Square.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Helena, what does Zemanek live on?

2. Moravia reminds the narrator of what city?

3. What is the name of the narrator of the first section of the novel?

4. What does Ludvik think of this woman's voice who shaved him?

5. What brought Jaroslav and Ludvik together when they were young boys?

(see the answer key)

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