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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 2, The Landlady.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the main character of 'Mr. Prohartchin' very vocal about?
(a) His dead wife.
(b) The bad government.
(c) Being poor.
(d) His dreams to immigrate.

2. What does Katerina cry about selling?
(a) Her home.
(b) Her soul.
(c) Her identity.
(d) Her body.

3. What did Dostoyevsky say made all the difference for people who needed attention like Mr. Prohartchin?
(a) When they are ignored.
(b) When people respond appropriately.
(c) When they earn that which they seek.
(d) When they express their needs.

4. What confuses Schpies about Ordynov?
(a) He does not care for his daughter.
(b) He has no direction in life.
(c) He does not come back after paying rent.
(d) He pursues his engaged daughter.

5. What does Murin threaten Ordynov with?
(a) A dagger.
(b) A rifle.
(c) Poison.
(d) A revolver.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Mr. Prohartchin's co-lodgers feel bitter towards him?

2. What did the author say curbed the wonderful nature of Schpies's daughter?

3. To whom does Mr. Prohartchin send money on a regular basis?

4. Where does Ordynov go after renting some rooms?

5. How does Ordynov get Katerina to pay attention to him?

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