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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Helena.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Helena claims she would do anything to save her marriage. Why?
(a) For her daughter, for honor.
(b) For her own sake, for the sake of the past.
(c) For Zemanek.
(d) For the Party.

2. What is the name of the man Ludvik asks for at the booth at the gate of the hospital?
(a) Dr. Klara
(b) Dr. Zemanek.
(c) Dr. Kostka.
(d) Dr. Lucie

3. According to Helena, what does Zemanek live on?
(a) Drink.
(b) Hard work.
(c) His morals.
(d) Applause.

4. How does Ludvik find Kostka's flat?
(a) It is dingy.
(b) It is very attractive.
(c) It is sparse.
(d) It is overly lavish.

5. How much money does Ludvik pull out of his pocket to pay the woman for his shave?
(a) One crown.
(b) Five crowns.
(c) Ten crowns.
(d) Four crowns.

Short Answer Questions

1. Kostka hopes that Ludvik will use his flat for what?

2. What does Helena like about Ludvik?

3. What is the name of the narrator's hometown?

4. How long did the wedding festivities last between Zemanek and Helena?

5. Where do Helena and Ludvik go after running around the woods and Helena sings, "Oh brightly shines the sun in our garden..."?

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