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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 10 - 12 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Hanov live?
(a) His father.
(b) His aunt.
(c) Nobody.
(d) His wife.

2. What is the only thing Marya has left from her past?
(a) Her mother's old wedding ring.
(b) Her father's boots.
(c) Her father's I.D. card.
(d) An old faded picture of her mother.

3. Why is it hard for the cart to get down the road around the time they meet Hanov?
(a) The road is full of holes.
(b) There is so much water.
(c) The roads are icy.
(d) It has begun to snow.

4. What does Marya dream of at night?
(a) Examinations, peasants, and snowdrifts.
(b) Marrying Hanov and having children.
(c) Her mother, father, and brother.
(d) Getting married and traveling.

5. Despite being young and handsome, Hanov is described as showing signs of what?
(a) Alzheimers.
(b) Poor vision.
(c) Decay.
(d) Osteoporosis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Marya think it would be terrible for her to do?

2. To whom does Marya give the money she collects from her students?

3. What buildings in Vyazovye can Marya see just as the town comes into view?

4. What does Marya imagine she would do for Hanov if she was his sister or wife?

5. Who does Semyon call a "pig-headed fellow" (11)?

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