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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Four.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Pnin feel about Betty Bliss?
(a) She annoys him.
(b) She makes him nervous.
(c) He has a crush on her.
(d) He dislikes her.

2. What does Pnin begin reading in his favorite spot after he talks to the librarian?
(a) A newsletter circulated by Swedish immigrants.
(b) A newsletter circulated by French immigrants.
(c) A newsletter circulated by Russian immigrants.
(d) A newsletter circulated by Polish immigrants.

3. What brings Pnin to tears at the end of Chapter 3?
(a) A letter from Liza.
(b) A paper that one of his students wrote.
(c) A documentary about life in Russia.
(d) A documentary about life in Germany.

4. Who helps Pnin to salvage his trip in Chapter 1?
(a) The train conductor.
(b) A truck driver.
(c) The boat captain.
(d) The flight attendant.

5. How does the man who runs Victor's school treat the children?
(a) Happily.
(b) With minimal tolerance.
(c) Gently.
(d) Sternly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What doesn't Victor like the gift that Pnin gives him during dinner?

2. As a teacher, how would Pnin be described?

3. What is the name of the school that Victor attends?

4. What does Pnin recommend Laurence get, telling him he will not regret it?

5. Where was Pnin born?

(see the answer key)

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