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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 4 - 7 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Marya feel Hanov should move to rather than live in such a "God-forsaken, dreary place" (6)?
(a) Moscow.
(b) France.
(c) Petersburg.
(d) America.

2. Where is Marya's family from?
(a) Moscow.
(b) Samara.
(c) Rostov.
(d) Saint Petersburg.

3. What adjective is used to describe the winter at the start of "The Schoolmistress"?
(a) Spontaneous.
(b) Spirited.
(c) Special.
(d) Spiteful.

4. What does Marya recall Hanov's exam papers smelling like the year before?
(a) Sweat.
(b) Wine.
(c) Coffee.
(d) Tobacco.

5. What do some people say about Hanov?
(a) He is a heavy drinker.
(b) He is a womanizer.
(c) He is a town nuisance.
(d) He is lazy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the author of "The Schoolmistress"?

2. What items has Hanov given to the school?

3. With whom does Hanov live?

4. How many horses does Hanov have for his cart?

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

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