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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three, Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On his way to catch the train to Luga, Mayne, to resume school, what excuse does Van make to stop the car to meet Ada?
(a) Buying a new hat and coat.
(b) Washing in a stream.
(c) Buying a book for Marina.
(d) Picking some mushrooms for his father.

2. What is Cordula doing when Van runs into her?
(a) Talking to dogs.
(b) Carrying groceries.
(c) Coddling a baby.
(d) Buying flowers.

3. Who does Van see on the train?
(a) Cordula.
(b) His father.
(c) Blanche.
(d) Uncle Dan.

4. Which of the following is NOT the name of one of Van's books?
(a) The Texture of Time.
(b) Furnished Space.
(c) Clairvoyerism.
(d) Terransmigration.

5. Where does Van hear Ada say "chort" or "devil"?
(a) At a picnic.
(b) At the dentist.
(c) At the zoo.
(d) In the library.

Short Answer Questions

1. Does Ada promise to be faithful while Van is gone?

2. What causes Eberthella Brown to spill her coffee?

3. How long do Van and Ada give Lucette to memorize eight lines of poetry?

4. What was Van wearing the first time she glimpsed him, before they met?

5. Who does Van challenge to a duel?

(see the answer key)

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