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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Commentary, Lines 1-4: I was the shadow of the waxwing slain, etc. through Line 70: the new TV.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The phrase "pale fire" is used in the foreword to describe what?
(a) A squirrel.
(b) The snow in New Wye.
(c) The reflection of sunlight off the moon.
(d) Index cards burning in an incinerator.

3. Which of the following best describes John Shade's daughter?
(a) Introverted, but fascinating.
(b) Unattractive and intellegent.
(c) Attractive, but tormented.
(d) Humble and worried.

4. What typically goes on at the I.P.H.?
(a) People gather to discuss different species of birds.
(b) Poets gather to read their work.
(c) People gather to discuss the after-life.
(d) People gather to discuss Zemblan history.

5. A fellow-professor calls Charles Kinbote by what nickname?
(a) The Great Beaver.
(b) The King of Zembla.
(c) Gerald Emerald.
(d) Prof. C.

Short Answer Questions

1. Kinbote leaves his blinds open to give him a better view of what?

2. What are the two most important things in Shade's life?

3. What is the name of John Shade's aunt?

4. John Shade reads an article written by this person about a woman who had a similar vision?

5. Charles Kinbote "mercifully " attributes this name to one professor, perhaps due to his green jacket.

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