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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter 2 (pages 286 - 295).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does Nozdroyov tell Tchitchikov that he came to visit him?
(a) To kill him.
(b) To help him.
(c) To sell his dead souls.
(d) To bring him back to the governor.

3. What does Tchitchikov notice about the peasant houses leading up to Sobakevitch's house?
(a) They are small.
(b) They are falling apart.
(c) They are ugly.
(d) They are well-built.

4. During what month is Tchitchikov supposed to marry the head clerk's daughter?
(a) October.
(b) February.
(c) June.
(d) April.

5. What animal does Tchitchikov think Sobakevitch looks like?
(a) A horse.
(b) A bear.
(c) A whale.
(d) An ape.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many stories does the government building have?

2. What does the lieutenant from Ryazan love?

3. From whose house is Tchitchikov banned?

4. What subject is the postmaster interested in?

5. How much does the president believe a good steward costs?

(see the answer key)

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