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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Four.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 3, how does Pnin feel about having to bring the book back to the library?
(a) Frustrated.
(b) Sad.
(c) Fine.
(d) Angry.

2. What did Pnin try to do on his own in Chapter 1 rather than take other people's suggestions?
(a) Drive himself to the college.
(b) Find the perfect suit.
(c) Find a better route.
(d) Write the perfect speech.

3. What does Pnin call World War II?
(a) "Hitler War."
(b) "Jewish War."
(c) "Satan's War."
(d) "German War."

4. Who is sitting near Pnin while he is traveling in Chapter 1?
(a) A soldier, and two mothers with their children.
(b) A young couple.
(c) A priest, and two businessmen.
(d) His brother and nephew.

5. How would Pnin's English be described?
(a) Very poor.
(b) Perfectly fluent.
(c) Okay.
(d) Greatly improved.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 3, up until this point in his life, what has Pnin always been?

2. What is Laurence Clements, a fellow professor of Pnin's, most popular course at college?

3. What is the name of the college where Pnin is a professor?

4. Where did Pnin meet his wife Liza?

5. What professor does Pnin decide to track down in Chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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