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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Seven: Ludvik, Jaroslav, Helena.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jaroslav call Ludvik when he sees him at the Ride of the Kings?
(a) A valuable member of society.
(b) A talented musician.
(c) A dear friend.
(d) A bad omen.

2. What is the name of the narrator of the first section of the novel?
(a) Milan.
(b) Ludvik.
(c) Helena.
(d) Jaroslav.

3. What happened to Zemanek and Helena after the demonstration in Old Town Square?
(a) They joined the riot.
(b) They parted ways.
(c) They decided to meet up after returning to University.
(d) They held hands and roamed through Prague.

4. How long was Lucie in reform school?
(a) Three years.
(b) One year.
(c) Six months.
(d) Five years.

5. What instrument is Jaroslav's favorite in his house, of all his possessions?
(a) The cello.
(b) The viola.
(c) The violin.
(d) The harmonium.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who gave Helena the pendant she wears?

3. Ludvik and Kostka sit in Kostka's flat before he has to go back to the hospital and chat over what?

4. How does Jindra feel about Helena?

5. The morning of the Ride of the Kings, who visits Jaroslav?

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