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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Ludvik meet Marketa?
(a) Around 1958.
(b) Around 1948.
(c) Around 1940.
(d) Around 1945

2. After Ludvik's exile and return, Jaroslav asks Ludvik to join him where?
(a) At a meeting for the Party.
(b) At a dinner with his wife.
(c) At University for a class.
(d) At a rehearsal for the ensemble.

3. How does Kostka receive Ludvik after not seeing each other in so long?
(a) Kostka was pleasant to Ludvik, but excused himself quickly.
(b) Kostka is glad to see Ludvik.
(c) Kostka did not want to see Ludvik.
(d) Kostka was cold to Ludvik.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Kostka's child when he was made to decide his stance on religion in the Party?

2. How does the narrator of part five kill time before meeting Helena?

3. Who looks after Lucie after she starts at the state-farm?

4. How does Ludvik find Kostka's flat?

5. What does Ludvik order for lunch with Helena?

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