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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. What does Tchitchikov tell the general that Andrey is writing about?
(a) Generals in the war of 1812.
(b) Napoleon.
(c) 16th century sonnets.
(d) European fashion trends.

2. What do Tchitchikov and Selifan hear while traveling in the rain that makes them realize they have reached a village?
(a) A singing bird.
(b) A meowing cat.
(c) A braying mule.
(d) A barking dog.

3. What is the name of the woman Andrey wants to marry?
(a) Tekla.
(b) Ulinka.
(c) Oxana.
(d) Violetta.

4. What type of pest does Tchitchikov see on the clock in Plyushkin's house?
(a) A roach.
(b) An ant.
(c) A fly.
(d) A spider.

5. In what Ianguage do the women of N often speak?
(a) German.
(b) French.
(c) English.
(d) Spanish.

Short Answer Questions

1. During what month is Tchitchikov supposed to marry the head clerk's daughter?

2. What animal does Tchitchikov think Sobakevitch looks like?

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

4. How many souls does Tchitchikov have at the start of Part 1, Chapter 7?

5. Where does Tchitchikov run into Manilov in Part 1, Chapter 7?

(see the answer key)

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