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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Commentary, Line 287: humming as you pack through Line 347, old barn.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Kinbote give John Shade for his birthday?
(a) A book of poetry.
(b) A drawing of King Charles' castle.
(c) A chess board.
(d) A gown.

2. On what day did John Shade begin composing his poem "Pale Fire?"
(a) July 5th.
(b) July 1st.
(c) July 4th.
(d) We are not told explicitly, only that it is during the summer.

3. Who tells Kinbote the Shades' vacation destination?
(a) The gardener.
(b) John Shade's secretary.
(c) John Shade.
(d) Kinbote's doctor.

4. Who sets up John Shade's daughter on a blind date?
(a) Kinbote.
(b) His secretary.
(c) His aunt.
(d) Dr. Sutton.

5. Who is Kinbote's primary source of information on John Shade's daughter?
(a) Sybil Shade.
(b) Jane Provost.
(c) John Shade.
(d) Dr. Sutton.

Short Answer Questions

1. Kinbote notes that the poem alludes to what fictional character?

2. What happens to John Shade's aunt?

3. John Shade criticizes his students for which of the following transgressions?

4. John Shade vows to further explore what in Canto Two?

5. What does Charles Kinbote do when he finds out where the Shades' are planning to go on vacation?

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