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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 7-9 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which worker is said to have received his position through influence?
(a) The Zemstvo.
(b) The principal.
(c) The school inspector.
(d) The watchman.

2. What does Marya often return home from school with after a long day?
(a) Ear ache.
(b) Nausea.
(c) Piles of papers to grade.
(d) Headache and heartburn.

3. What does the driver tell Marya periodically when the cart is not riding very smoothly due to road or weather conditions?
(a) Close your eyes.
(b) Sit down.
(c) Hold on.
(d) Stand up.

4. Who is Marya's cart driver in "The Schoolmistress"?
(a) Old Semyon.
(b) Hanov.
(c) The school watchman.
(d) Old Seymour.

5. Marya would stand the entire duration of class if who was present?
(a) The schoolboys parents.
(b) The principal.
(c) The inspector.
(d) The Zemstvo.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what month does "The Schoolmistress" take place?

2. Where is Marya's family from?

3. What are the wagons outside the tavern where Semyon stops filled with?

4. What does Marya drink at the tavern where she and Semyon stop?

5. What does the principal tell Marya when she tries to discuss her grievances about the watchman?

(see the answer key)

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