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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While on his way to the town in Chapter 1, what is Pnin horrified about the possibility of losing?
(a) His satchel.
(b) His suitcase.
(c) His brief case.
(d) His book bag.

2. What is Pnin's first name?
(a) Patrick.
(b) Fredrick.
(c) Alfred.
(d) Timofey.

3. What does Pnin begin reading in his favorite spot after he talks to the librarian?
(a) A newsletter circulated by French immigrants.
(b) A newsletter circulated by Swedish immigrants.
(c) A newsletter circulated by Russian immigrants.
(d) A newsletter circulated by Polish immigrants.

4. Why is Pnin traveling at the book opens?
(a) To perform in a play.
(b) To audit a class.
(c) To take a test.
(d) To deliver a lecture.

5. What does Pnin recommend Laurence get, telling him he will not regret it?
(a) A new suit.
(b) His teeth pulled and replaced with dentures.
(c) A hearing aid.
(d) Hair plugs put in.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pnin call World War II?

2. What did Pnin try to do on his own in Chapter 1 rather than take other people's suggestions?

3. How does Pnin feel about Betty Bliss?

4. How soon after Mrs. Clements tells Pnin he can stay at their house does Pnin arrive?

5. Besides teaching his students to speak the language that he teaches, what does Pnin occasionally treat his class to?

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