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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter 7 (page 134- 155).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Plyushkin sad about?
(a) Losing his job.
(b) The death of his mother.
(c) The death of his daughter.
(d) Losing his favorite suit.

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

3. What do Tchitchikov's new friends promise to help him do?
(a) Purchase land.
(b) Buy more souls.
(c) Find a bride.
(d) Plant a garden.

4. Where does Tchitchikov meet with Nozdroyov in Part 1: Chapter 4?
(a) A government function.
(b) Church.
(c) In the forest.
(d) A tavern.

5. Where is Tchitchikov invited to dine after becoming popular?
(a) At the police chief's.
(b) At the minister's.
(c) At the mayor's.
(d) At the governor's.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How long does it take Tchitchikov to prepare the paperwork for the official purchase of his dead souls?

3. What does the lieutenant from Ryazan love?

4. How many children does Plyushkin's wife give him?

5. About what time is it when Tchitchikov wakes up when he spends the night at Madame Korobotcha's?

(see the answer key)

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