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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. What is the name of the town that Tchitchikov visits at the beginning of the novel?
(a) N.
(b) F.
(c) S.
(d) T.

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

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

4. What flavor of brandy does Tchitchikov put in his tea at Madame Korobotcha's house?
(a) Hazelnut.
(b) Cherry.
(c) Vanilla.
(d) Raspberry.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is painted on Madame Korobotcha's clock?

2. What color is Tchitchikov's leather trunk?

3. How old is Manilov's youngest child?

4. What does Madame Korobotcha have pictures of on the walls?

5. How far does Manilov say his house is from town?

(see the answer key)

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