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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter 9 (pages 181- 199).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Nozdroyov with when he meets with Tchitchikov?
(a) His cousin.
(b) His brother-in-law.
(c) His uncle.
(d) His sister.

2. What do the women of N. often use as visiting cards?
(a) Napkins.
(b) Their husbands' business cards.
(c) Void checks.
(d) Playing cards.

3. What does Plyushkin wish he had given Tchitchikov after he leaves?
(a) A bottle of wine.
(b) A pocket watch.
(c) A dozen eggs.
(d) A loaf of bread.

4. Why do Anna and Sofia think Tchitchikov buys dead souls?
(a) To tell them for a higher price in a different city.
(b) To marry the governor's daughter.
(c) To cheat the townspeople.
(d) To impress the president.

5. How many dead souls does Plyushkin own?
(a) 78.
(b) 256.
(c) 12.
(d) 209.

Short Answer Questions

1. What piece of furniture is unfinished in Manilov's study?

2. How are most of the women of N shaped?

3. How old is Manilov's oldest child?

4. Who does the president have in mind to look after Tchitchikov's peasants?

5. What does Manilov serve Tchitchikov for dinner?

(see the answer key)

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