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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 7-9 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What work did Hanov do at Marya's school the year before "The Schoolmistress" takes place?
(a) He was a watchman.
(b) He was an examiner.
(c) He was the school principal.
(d) He was a teacher.

2. What happened when Marya went to the Zemstvo board to complain about another school worker?
(a) Nobody was there.
(b) They laughed at her.
(c) The worker was fired immediately.
(d) They said they would look into it.

3. What do some people say about Hanov?
(a) He is a heavy drinker.
(b) He is a town nuisance.
(c) He is lazy.
(d) He is a womanizer.

4. What is one of the things Marya thinks about while riding back home?
(a) Exams.
(b) What she will have for dinner.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Writing her brother.

5. With whom does Hanov live?
(a) His father.
(b) His aunt.
(c) His wife.
(d) Nobody.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what town does Semyon stop at a tavern with Marya?

2. Despite being young and handsome, Hanov is described as showing signs of what?

3. Why is it hard for the cart to get down the road around the time they meet Hanov?

4. Whose job is it to light the stove on cold days at Marya's school?

5. How many horses does Hanov have for his cart?

(see the answer key)

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