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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How serious is Pnin's condition?
(a) Not serious at all.
(b) Very serious.
(c) Life-threatening.
(d) Not terribly serious.

2. Why was Pnin made to sit in his bed for weeks with nothing to do when he was a child?
(a) His parents and doctors were concerned about his lungs.
(b) He hurt his head.
(c) His parents and doctors were concerned about his heart.
(d) He hurt his back.

3. Why does the staff at Victor's school keep his art teacher around?
(a) Because he's an excellent teacher.
(b) Because there is something trendy about having a "distinguished freak" around.
(c) Because he is the son of the dean.
(d) Because he has tenure and cannot be fired.

4. Who is sitting near Pnin while he is traveling in Chapter 1?
(a) A soldier, and two mothers with their children.
(b) A priest, and two businessmen.
(c) A young couple.
(d) His brother and nephew.

5. What country did Pnin leave right before coming to America?
(a) Germany.
(b) Poland.
(c) France.
(d) Switzerland.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pnin begin reading in his favorite spot after he talks to the librarian?

2. How soon after Mrs. Clements tells Pnin he can stay at their house does Pnin arrive?

3. Why can't Pnin get his bag back from the man in Chapter 1?

4. In Chapter 4, what is the nature of Victor and Pnin's conversation during dinner?

5. What does Laurence learn from Pnin, in Chapter 2, that helps to change how he feels about him?

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