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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5: Chaps. 4-6, pp. 204-225.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The second time that Jaromil does not make love to the university girl, what does she think?
(a) He wants to break up with her.
(b) There is something wrong with his body.
(c) He does not love her.
(d) He is secretly gay.

2. According to the poet's father, where was the poet conceived?
(a) In the mother's apartment.
(b) In the countryside near Prague.
(c) On a park bench.
(d) In the apartment of his colleague.

3. How does Maman have complete control of her son?
(a) By deciding what he wears and eats.
(b) By being very strict with him.
(c) By controlling his emotions.
(d) By acting as both his mother and father.

4. What puzzles Jaromil about the artist's poetry critiques?
(a) The artist's critique often use French poetic values.
(b) The artist prefers odd poetic forms.
(c) The artist uses words Jaromil doesn't understand.
(d) The artist's critiques are inconsistent.

5. Why does Jaromil go to the beach with Maman and her friends?
(a) He wants to spend time with Maman.
(b) He cannot think of any excuse not to go.
(c) He thinks a day away might make him happier.
(d) Maman will not leave him alone until he said yes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Maman push away her husband's hand when he wants to make love?

2. What is the highest point of happiness which Jaromil reaches so far in his life?

3. Why is Jaromil filled with pride after sleeping with the redhead girl?

4. Why does Xavier leave the beautiful woman?

5. What does Jaromil draw during his first lesson in the artist's studio?

(see the answer key)

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