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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the party in Chapter 5, what book does Pnin end up getting into an argument with Bolotov over?
(a) "Pride and Prejudice".
(b) 'Anna Karenina'.
(c) "Call of the Wild".
(d) "Crime and Punishment".

2. In Chapter 3, up until this point in his life, what has Pnin always been?
(a) A constant worrier.
(b) A procrastinator.
(c) A failure.
(d) A constant mover.

3. How are both of Victor's parents described in Chapter 4 as being?
(a) Worrisome.
(b) Annoying.
(c) Psychoanalytical.
(d) Mean.

4. In Chapter 5, what is the actual name that the host of the party goes by?
(a) Pete Dost.
(b) Al Cook.
(c) Larry Clements.
(d) Ollie Koma.

5. After everyone leaves Pnin's housewarming, what does he immediately begin to do?
(a) Take a bath.
(b) Vacuum.
(c) Wash dishes.
(d) Call Victor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who helps Pnin to salvage his trip in Chapter 1?

2. What does Victor smell and hear at his school?

3. At the beginning of Chapter 1, to what town is Pnin headed?

4. How does Mrs. Clements react to Laurence not wanting Pnin to stay in their house?

5. How old are most of the men attending the party in Chapter 5?

(see the answer key)

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