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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Like many people from his home country, with what does Pnin have a fascination?
(a) American customs.
(b) Complicated mathematic problems.
(c) Complicated maps, tables, and schedules that are used to navigate train systems.
(d) Different languages.

2. What does Pnin recommend Laurence get, telling him he will not regret it?
(a) A hearing aid.
(b) His teeth pulled and replaced with dentures.
(c) A new suit.
(d) Hair plugs put in.

3. What does Victor's art teacher encourage him to do?
(a) Enter an art competition.
(b) To find another subject to be interested in.
(c) Exercise and expand his artistic abilities.
(d) Drop all of his other subjects and concentrate on art.

4. Who helps Pnin to adapt his room at the Clementses' house to his own utility and personality?
(a) Mrs. Clement.
(b) Laurence.
(c) His brother.
(d) One of his students.

5. What does Pnin use in Chapter 1 that is five years old and, therefore, obsolete?
(a) A schedule.
(b) A book.
(c) A list.
(d) A map.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 4, what does Pnin buy Victor in preparation for his visit?

2. In Chapter 3, how does Pnin feel about having to bring the book back to the library?

3. Why does Pnin decide to track down a certain professor in Chapter 3?

4. Why did Liza decide to send Victor to a particular school in Chapter 4?

5. Where is Pnin's office located at the college?

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