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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. Why does Sofia begin to defend herself to Anna?
(a) Anna accuses Sofia of trying to buy dead souls.
(b) Sofia does not want Anna to know that she is in love with Manilov.
(c) Sofia feels like Anna thinks she has a crush on Tchitchikov.
(d) Anna tells Sofia that her outfit is out of style.

2. How old is Andrey when he goes away to school?
(a) 9.
(b) 12.
(c) 8.
(d) 14.

3. How does Platon plan to be entertained?
(a) By opening a shop in town.
(b) By traveling with Tchitchikov.
(c) By purchasing more souls.
(d) By playing in a band.

4. Where do Platon and Tchitchikov go during Part 2, Chapter 3?
(a) To buy a new chaise.
(b) To the house of Pyetuh's neighbor.
(c) To the house of Platon's sister.
(d) To the bank.

5. What color dressing gown is the general wearing when Tchitchikov first visits him?
(a) Crimson.
(b) Apricot.
(c) Lavender.
(d) Coral.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Nozdroyov tell the men in town he helped Tchitchikov do?

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

3. Where is Tchitchikov invited to dine after becoming popular?

4. What subject is the postmaster interested in?

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

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