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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III, Chapter 1, The Fête, Part One and Chapter 2, The End of The Fête.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Nicholas Stavrogin answer his mother's question?
(a) He says no.
(b) He answers her with a question about her own plans.
(c) He answers yes.
(d) He does not answer.

2. Who is on the stage when Karminazov goes to speak?
(a) Captain Lebyatkin.
(b) Liputin.
(c) Shatov.
(d) Stepan Verkhovensky.

3. How are Mrs. Stavrogin's views changing as time goes on?
(a) She is becoming more fearful and reactionary.
(b) She is becoming more reserved and conservative.
(c) She is becoming more prophetic and visionary.
(d) She is becoming more utilitarian and modern.

4. What outrageous act does a local lieutenant commit?
(a) He bites his general's ear.
(b) He seduces a general's wife.
(c) He refuses to go to the Crimea with his regiment.
(d) He kills himself and his fellow officers.

5. What are the terms under which Stepan departs Mrs. Stavrogin's house?
(a) She will still pay him an allowance.
(b) He can return any time he likes.
(c) She will give him a little money.
(d) She will not give him anything.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Nicholas meet Captain Lebyatkin?

2. Who is Mrs. Lembke hosting in her salon?

3. Why does Nicholas treat Miss Lebyatkin so well?

4. Who takes the stage after Stepan Verkhovensky?

5. What is Mrs. Stavrogin's feeling about the fête?

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