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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Raskolnikov set out to find at the beginning of chapter five?
(a) Razumikhin
(b) Luzhin
(c) The old lady
(d) Dunya

2. What details does Porfiry mention about Raskolnikov's recent behavior?
(a) His arguments with Dunya
(b) The money Svidrigaylov has given him
(c) His visit to the crime scene and various private conversations
(d) His dislike of Luzhin

3. Which of Dunya's traits would of helped Luzhin climb the social ladder?
(a) Her flirtatous nature
(b) Her long legs
(c) Her house keeping ability
(d) Her beauty, character and education

4. What does Porfiry do when he suspects someone?
(a) He does not leave them alone
(b) He contacts their mother
(c) He follows them
(d) He does not follow proper procedure

5. What does Porfiry say will give itself away in the end?
(a) Human blood
(b) Human nature
(c) Finger prints
(d) Body language

Short Answer Questions

1. Who else does Raskolnikov kill?

2. Where did the craftsmen hear Nicolas's confession?

3. What does Rashnikov dream about?

4. What does Raskolnikov find in the old women's chest?

5. Where does Rakolnikov hide the hidden items?

Short Essay Questions

1. In what way is Raskolnikov beginning to question himself and his theories?

2. How do you think the people in Raskolnikov's dream relate to his current situation?

3. Why do you think Raskolnikov arranges to meet Porfiry?

4. What does the first chapter say about Raskolnikov's character?

5. In what way does Dunya and Mrs. Raskolnikov's new situation aide Razumikhin?

6. How does Raskolnikov hide his guilt?

7. How does Raskolnikov feel after the murder?

8. What do you think the horse symbolizes in Raskolnikov's dream?

9. What does Sonia symbolize to Raskolnikov?

10. In way does Raskolnikov show a weak will?

(see the answer keys)

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