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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 12, Gentle Spirit Cont..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Semyon like being at his home?
(a) He hated working.
(b) He loved his family.
(c) He could drink in peace.
(d) He was having an affair with the maid.

2. What is the name of Shumkov's fiance?
(a) Galtanka.
(b) Trinka.
(c) Lizanka.
(d) Katrinka.

3. How many months of deposit money did Ordynov give Schpies?
(a) 12.
(b) 6.
(c) 9.
(d) 3.

4. How much money does the main character in 'A Gentle Spirit' want to save up?
(a) 30,00 rubels.
(b) 30,000 kopeks.
(c) 500,000 rubels.
(d) 500,000 kopeks.

5. What does a thief take in 'An Honest Thief'?
(a) A lamp.
(b) A wallet.
(c) A coat.
(d) A hat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Shumkov's fiance attracted to?

2. Who inappropriately tries to court Katerina?

3. What was yelled that scared the main character in 'The Peasant Marey' when he was young?

4. Why does Murin say he needs Katerina?

5. How long has Mr. Prohartchin lived in his lodging?

(see the answer key)

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