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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapters V through VIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kira chase after the train Leo is in?
(a) She wants to tell him about Andrei.
(b) She forgot to say goodbye.
(c) She wants to go with him.
(d) She is overtaken with fear.

2. Why does Andrei tell Kira he had to stop seeing her?
(a) Because she's too expensive to date.
(b) Because he loves her.
(c) Because he disagrees with her politically.
(d) Because he has a girlfriend.

3. What does Galina offer Kira when she visits her with things to sell?
(a) A stack of paper.
(b) Her wedding dress.
(c) Her furniture.
(d) Money.

4. Why does Vasili say he always wanted a son?
(a) Because there were too many women.
(b) Because he can completely trust a son.
(c) Because he wanted to pass on his name.
(d) Because he had to pass on the business.

5. What does Leo buy for Victor's wedding?
(a) Clothing.
(b) A vase.
(c) Wine.
(d) Nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Stepan, what does dying of "ceaseless toil" mean?

2. Who does Kira try to visit, but is refused?

3. Where does Kira tell Leo the money came from?

4. Why does Kira wear old clothes to work?

5. What does Vasili try to do after he is released from prison?

(see the answer key)

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