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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter 4 (pages 61- 88).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Tchitchikov often say about Petrushka?
(a) He is stupid.
(b) He has a terrible voice.
(c) He smells.
(d) He is ugly.

2. Who is Nozdroyov with when he meets with Tchitchikov?
(a) His sister.
(b) His cousin.
(c) His brother-in-law.
(d) His uncle.

3. Nozdroyov tells Tchitchikov he can have his dead souls free if he buys what from him?
(a) A stallion.
(b) A coat.
(c) A chaise.
(d) A diamond ring.

4. What is Tchitchikov's first name?
(a) Varlam.
(b) Ivan.
(c) Pavel.
(d) Anton.

5. What does Nozdroyov tell his servants to do to Tchitchikov?
(a) Beat him.
(b) Search him.
(c) Shoot him.
(d) Take his money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color are Manilov's eyes?

2. What flavor of brandy does Tchitchikov put in his tea at Madame Korobotcha's house?

3. What is the name of Madame Korobotcha's servant?

4. How old is Manilov's youngest child?

5. What is the name of the town that Tchitchikov visits at the beginning of the novel?

(see the answer key)

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