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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Seven: Ludvik, Jaroslav, Helena.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why doesn't Lucie want to return to her father?
(a) He used to beat her.
(b) His new wife won't allow Lucie to stay with them.
(c) He is an invalid and she doesn't want to care for him.
(d) He is in prison.

2. What does the narrator do at the beginning of part three?
(a) Go wandering.
(b) Have dinner.
(c) Go to the hospital.
(d) Meet a lover.

3. What does the river in Moravia look like?
(a) It has dried up completely.
(b) It is full of fish.
(c) Crystal clear water.
(d) Viscous clay.

4. How did Helena meet Ludvik?
(a) In the gallows.
(b) She had to interview him.
(c) At a demonstration.
(d) He had to interview her.

5. Why did Lucie spend time with the gang from her childhood?
(a) She didn't have anyone else.
(b) Her parents died.
(c) She loved one of the members.
(d) She was head of the gang.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ludvik think of this woman's voice who shaved him?

2. Who said, "May melancholy never taint my name."?

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

4. When Ludvik sits down to have a shave, what does he do?

5. What happened in 1956 and how did it affect Helena and Zemanek?

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