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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter 9 (pages 181- 199).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many souls does Plyushkin own?
(a) More than 500.
(b) More than 1,000.
(c) More than 3,000.
(d) More than 800.

2. How many children does Plyushkin's wife give him?
(a) Three.
(b) Two.
(c) Six.
(d) Five.

3. What does Nozdroyov try to get Tchitchikov to buy?
(a) A necklace.
(b) Shoes.
(c) Pocket watch.
(d) A dog.

4. What subject is the postmaster interested in?
(a) Philosophy.
(b) Astronomy.
(c) Psychology.
(d) Math.

5. What piece of furniture is unfinished in Manilov's study?
(a) Desk.
(b) Tapestries.
(c) Armchairs.
(d) Rugs.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Anna and Sofia think Tchitchikov buys dead souls?

2. How many sleepless nights does Madame Korobotcha spend worrying about being cheated?

3. How old is Manilov's youngest child?

4. To whom is Anna married?

5. Whom does Tchitchikov tell Nozdroyov he wants to impress?

(see the answer key)

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