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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 5, An Honest Thief & A Christmas Tree & A Wedding, White Nights.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the talent of the new lodger in 'An Honest Thief'?
(a) Cleaning.
(b) Tailoring.
(c) Story telling.
(d) Cooking.

2. How did Katerina's mother describe her real father?
(a) A criminal.
(b) A crook.
(c) All of these.
(d) A seducer.

3. What did Ordynov do passionately before he met Katerina?
(a) Read.
(b) Paint.
(c) Carve.
(d) Write.

4. What is the occupation of the men in 'A Faint Heart'?
(a) Writers.
(b) Store Owners.
(c) Soldiers.
(d) Miners.

5. To whom does Mr. Prohartchin send money on a regular basis?
(a) His daughter.
(b) His step-son.
(c) His nephew.
(d) His sister-in-law.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Rag say he is the suckling babe of?

2. Where was Dostoyevsky from?

3. How long was 'Polzunkov'?

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

5. How did Mr. Prohartchin's housemates feel about him when he died?

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