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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Commentary, Line 109: iridule through Line 130: I never bounced a ball or swung a bat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During what time of day does John Shade prefer to write?
(a) Late afternoon.
(b) After dinner.
(c) Bath time.
(d) Morning.

2. Queen Blenda's favorite hobby is ______ .
(a) Bird watching.
(b) Knitting.
(c) Riding.
(d) Singing.

3. Who is King Alfin the Vague's son?
(a) Dr. Sutton.
(b) King Charles.
(c) John Shade.
(d) Charles Kinbote.

4. How does John Shade's daughter die?
(a) She drowns.
(b) She poisons herself.
(c) She steps in front of a train.
(d) She freezes to death in a field.

5. How does King Charles get out of the room where he is being held prisoner without being detected?
(a) He makes a rope ladder and climbs out the window.
(b) He disguses himself as a guard and walks out the front door.
(c) He seduces a guard who sets him free.
(d) He escapes through a secret passageway.

Short Answer Questions

1. Charles Kinbote thinks the reference to "that crystal land" in line 12 refers to what place?

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

3. Which of the following best describes King Alfin the Vague?

4. King Alfin the Vague was an amateur______ .

5. A fellow-professor calls Charles Kinbote by what nickname?

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