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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 8, The Peasant Marey & The Heavenly Christmas Tree.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What started the discussion about Emelyanoushka?
(a) A story from the lodger.
(b) A question about a picture.
(c) A familiar sound.
(d) A thief in the house.

2. How do Mr. Prohartchin's house mates feel about each other after his death?
(a) Distant.
(b) Friendly.
(c) Depressed.
(d) Suspicious.

3. How many people meet in 'An Unpleasant Predicament'?
(a) 3.
(b) 4.
(c) 2.
(d) 5.

4. What title do the men meeting in 'An Unpleasant Predicament' have?
(a) Captain.
(b) Lieutenant.
(c) Admiral.
(d) General.

5. What talent does the Rag have?
(a) Writing.
(b) Telling stories.
(c) Singing.
(d) Acting.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Ordynov tell Yaroslav that he moved?

2. What was the occupation of the first man who was eaten by the crocodile?

3. What does the swallowed man say will nourish him while he is in the crocodile?

4. What does Ordynov do with Yaroslav?

5. Who does Katerina blame for her mother's death?

(see the answer key)

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