This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, From a Bird's Eye View, 1989-1991, Chapter 6, We Look, We Cry, Chapter 7, The Man on the Asphalt Mountain.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Moscow looked like to Ryszard when he visited during the late 1980s?
(a) Moscow was filled with rubble and war debris.
(b) Moscow was vast and uncluttered.
(c) Moscow was a remnant of its former glory.
(d) Moscow was overrun with people and buildings.

2. What did the children get after standing out all night in front of the candy store?
(a) Chocolate
(b) Penny candy
(c) Comic books
(d) Fruit-candy tins

3. What does Ryszard think about the immensity of Russia?
(a) It has a negative effect on Russians because it doesn't demand concentration.
(b) It has a positive effect on Russians because it demands concentration.
(c) It makes Russians relax and let down their guards.
(d) It makes Russians anxious to explore new territories.

4. How does Ryszard act in the classroom?
(a) He doesn't ask questions for fear of reprisal.
(b) He never knows the answers.
(c) He is the class clown.
(d) He asks lots of questions to show how smart he is.

5. What do the peoples use to establish order?
(a) Regular peace talks
(b) Force
(c) Strict laws and government-approved lawyers
(d) Solid business plans