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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. What happens to Plyushkin's son?
(a) He marries down.
(b) He goes to prison.
(c) He becomes a soldier.
(d) He dies.

2. What does Manilov serve Tchitchikov for dinner?
(a) Cabbage soup.
(b) Wine and cheese.
(c) Roasted chicken.
(d) Buttered bread.

3. What piece of furniture is unfinished in Manilov's study?
(a) Armchairs.
(b) Rugs.
(c) Desk.
(d) Tapestries.

4. In Part 1, Chapter 8, why do people become more attracted to Tchitchikov?
(a) They think he is a millionaire.
(b) They find out that he is poor.
(c) They want to find him a girlfriend.
(d) They feel sorry for him.

5. Nozdroyov tells Tchitchikov he can have his dead souls free if he buys what from him?
(a) A coat.
(b) A stallion.
(c) A diamond ring.
(d) A chaise.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what is Nozdroyov arrested?

2. What do the men of N start to think Tchitchikov is?

3. What does Nozdroyov tell everyone at the police chief's ball?

4. What does Sofia say is no longer in style?

5. Where does Tchitchikov meet with Nozdroyov in Part 1: Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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