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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Dostoevsky describe Krestyan Ivanovich?
(a) Brisk young man.
(b) Healthy older gentleman.
(c) Sallow old chap.
(d) Virile middle-aged father.

2. What does Golyadkin say when he finally catches his double?
(a) “Who told you I was here?”
(b) “What is the meaning of this interruption?”
(c) “I’m sorry, I must be mistaken.’
(d) “You’re me.”

3. What does Krestyan Ivanovich tell Golyadkin he has to do?
(a) Follow his prescription.
(b) Lead a thoughtful introspective life.
(c) Stay at home and rest.
(d) Travel.

4. Which of the following isn’t Golyadkin good at?
(a) Managing his servant.
(b) Focusing on his work.
(c) Getting places on time.
(d) Embellishing his speech.

5. What does Golyadkin lose on his way home from the banquet?
(a) His galoshes.
(b) His coat.
(c) His money.
(d) His way.

Short Answer Questions

1. What capacity does Golyadkin lose after meeting his double?

2. What is Golyadkin told when he arrives at Olsufy Ivanovich’s house?

3. Which of the following best describes Golyadkin’s thoughts that everything could turn out all right in the end?

4. Where do Andrey Filippovich and Golyadkin have their conversation?

5. What does Golyadkin leave each of the shopkeepers with?

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