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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Short Stories : Chapter 3, Polzunkov.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does Mr. Prohartchin send money on a regular basis?
(a) His nephew.
(b) His daughter.
(c) His step-son.
(d) His sister-in-law.

2. What does Murin make Ordynov do in order to protect Katerina from him?
(a) Turn over his weapons.
(b) Rent a separate room.
(c) Go to school.
(d) Move out.

3. What kind of lodgers did the landlady like to house?
(a) Gentlemen.
(b) Older men.
(c) Young students.
(d) Married couples.

4. How does Katerina say she feels about the older man?
(a) She respects and fears him.
(b) She endures and appeases him.
(c) She likes and advises him.
(d) She adores and loves him.

5. How long was 'Polzunkov'?
(a) 40 pages.
(b) 10 pages.
(c) 20 pages.
(d) 30 pages.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Katerina blame for her mother's death?

2. What did Dostoyevsky say made all the difference for people who needed attention like Mr. Prohartchin?

3. What did the author talk about when mentioning Mr. Prohartchin's need for attention?

4. What kind of complex is Katerina put under?

5. Where was Dostoyevsky from?

(see the answer key)

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