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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Commentary, Line 681: gloomy Russians spied through Line 691: the attack.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Charles Kinbote thinks the reference to "that crystal land" in line 12 refers to what place?
(a) Russia.
(b) New Wye.
(c) Zembla.
(d) Quebec.

2. Where do the Shade's travel to take their minds off their daughter's death?
(a) France.
(b) New Wye.
(c) Zembla.
(d) Italy.

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

4. What does Kinbote want us to believe was the catalyst for John Shade's choice to set "Pale Fire" during the winter months?
(a) The Zemblan King's assasination in January.
(b) The great tragedy Shade has experienced during winter.
(c) Bird flying south for the winter.
(d) Shade meeting Kinbote during the previous winter.

5. Why did King Charles' marriage fail?
(a) His wife was captured.
(b) He is a homosexual.
(c) His wife could not bear children.
(d) His wife cheated on him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Kinbote fills in a blank space in "Pale Fire" with what name?

2. According to Kinbote, where did the Queen go when Zembla was invaded?

3. Where does Kinbote find the term "Tangra dust?"

4. Who sets up John Shade's daughter on a blind date?

5. During what time of the year does John Shade prefer to write?

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