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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter 11 (pages 219- 251).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How old is the beautiful girl Tchitchikov bumps his chaise into?
(a) 14.
(b) 20.
(c) 18.
(d) 16.

3. Why does Tchitchikov really want to buy dead souls?
(a) To give as gifts.
(b) To impress a woman.
(c) To practice black magic.
(d) To be able to purchase land.

4. What color is the ribbon tied around the paperwork documenting Manilov's serfs?
(a) Yellow.
(b) Red.
(c) Pink.
(d) Blue.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Why does Manilov sell Tchitchikov his dead souls?

4. Why are the townspeople interested in Tchitchikov?

5. What distinguishable characteristic does the narrator point out about the women of N?

(see the answer key)

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