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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapters IX and X.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The writer refers back to his discussion on revenge. What does he say is the primary cause of revenge?
(a) The rights of man.
(b) Selfishness.
(c) Peace.
(d) Justice.

2. What is the purpose of the dinner party?
(a) To visit with the writer, whom the others had not see in years.
(b) To celebrate the promotion of one of the friends.
(c) It is a weekly event.
(d) One of the firends is going on a journey.

3. What type of people does the writer state are the only type to go mad?
(a) Stupid men.
(b) Insipid, bloodless men.
(c) Hateful men.
(d) Romantic men.

4. What does the writer state would be his primary cause for any action?
(a) Pain.
(b) Spite.
(c) Honor.
(d) Glory.

5. What does the writer state happens to stupid Russian romantics?
(a) They are not true romantics.
(b) They leave for France.
(c) They died off years ago.
(d) They degenerate into Germans.

Short Answer Questions

1. What effect does the writer's speech about Liza's life have on Liza?

2. What would happen to a man who tries to assert himself?

3. What human condition does the writer state he cannot express?

4. What contrasting feelings does the writer have toward Liza after his breakdown?

5. What does the writer do during the toast to Zverkov?

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