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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter 2 (pages 286 - 295).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Tchitchikov tell Nozdroyov he wants to impress?
(a) His boss.
(b) His mother.
(c) His best friend.
(d) His beloved's father.

2. What color dressing gown is the general wearing when Tchitchikov first visits him?
(a) Apricot.
(b) Coral.
(c) Lavender.
(d) Crimson.

3. How many souls does Tchitchikov have at the start of Part 1, Chapter 7?
(a) 100.
(b) 300.
(c) 400.
(d) 200.

4. Why does Andrey leave the general's house?
(a) He realizes he forgot to turn off the stove.
(b) He feels neglected.
(c) The general's daughter tells him to leave.
(d) He finds out that the general's daughter is engaged.

5. Why has Tchitchikov not heard any of the rumors going around about him?
(a) He has been in a drunken stupor.
(b) He has been visiting another town.
(c) He has been busy buying property.
(d) He has been sick.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Manilov's oldest child?

2. What color is the government building where Tchitchikov has to complete his dead soul sale?

3. What flavor of brandy does Tchitchikov put in his tea at Madame Korobotcha's house?

4. What does Sofia argue with Anna about?

5. What does Nozdroyov reveal to Tchitchikov in Part 1: Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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