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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter 1 (pages 255- 285).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what is Nozdroyov arrested?
(a) Selling drugs.
(b) Public drunkenness.
(c) Beating a man.
(d) Hiring a prostitute.

2. What does Tchitchikov tell Andrey he is missing?
(a) The right tools to keep up his land.
(b) A best friend.
(c) A wife.
(d) Proper control of his serfs.

3. How old is Andrey when he goes away to school?
(a) 12.
(b) 14.
(c) 8.
(d) 9.

4. Why does Andrey quit his job in Petersburg?
(a) He moves to a different city.
(b) He realizes he does not need the money.
(c) He grows angry with his supervisor.
(d) He is stealing and leaves before he is caught.

5. What does Andrey wear most of the time?
(a) His overcoat.
(b) His top hat.
(c) His bow tie.
(d) His dressing gown.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Andrey leave the general's house?

2. Who tries to convince Andrey not to leave his job?

3. Who does the girl Tchitchikov runs into with his chaise turn out to be?

4. Who comes into Nozdroyov's house looking for him?

5. What distinguishable characteristic does the narrator point out about the women of N?

(see the answer key)

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