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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter 3 (pages 39-60).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Nozdroyov?
(a) 30.
(b) 20.
(c) 50.
(d) 40.

2. What does the narrator note is unusual about Tchitchikov's hotel room?
(a) Children's books on the shelf.
(b) A painting of a nymph.
(c) Only one window.
(d) Orange ceilings.

3. What does Manilov serve Tchitchikov for dinner?
(a) Wine and cheese.
(b) Buttered bread.
(c) Roasted chicken.
(d) Cabbage soup.

4. What does Madame Korobotcha complain about to Tchitchikov?
(a) Her terrible servants.
(b) Her animals that will not breed.
(c) Her insomnia.
(d) Her drinking problem.

5. Why are the townspeople interested in Tchitchikov?
(a) He is good looking.
(b) He is rich.
(c) He is strong.
(d) He is new.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Manilov's oldest child?

2. What does Selifan do for Tchitchikov?

3. During what time does Dead Souls take place?

4. What does Tchitchikov ask the servant at the hotel about?

5. What design is the wallpaper at Madame Korobotcha's estate?

(see the answer key)

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