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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter 5 (pages 351 - 384).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much does Tchitchikov pay Plyushkin for each of his dead souls?
(a) 10 kopeks.
(b) 30 kopeks.
(c) 20 kopeks.
(d) 4 kopeks.

2. Where does the president invite Tchitchikov and Manilov?
(a) To a play.
(b) To a tavern.
(c) To the police-chief's home.
(d) To his home.

3. Why is Tchitchikov imprisoned?
(a) Tampering with the dead.
(b) Public drunkenness.
(c) Murder.
(d) Forging papers.

4. What does Tchitchikov order for dinner in Part 1: Chapter 4?
(a) Sucking pig.
(b) Peas and cabbage.
(c) Roasted duck.
(d) Borscht.

5. How much money does Tchitchikov make per year at his first job?
(a) 60 rubles.
(b) 50 rubles.
(c) 45 rubles.
(d) 35 rubles.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Tchitchikov's first name?

3. Why does Tchitchikov borrow money?

4. Who comes into Nozdroyov's house looking for him?

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

(see the answer key)

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