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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While on his way to the town in Chapter 1, what is Pnin horrified about the possibility of losing?
(a) His brief case.
(b) His suitcase.
(c) His satchel.
(d) His book bag.

2. At the party in Chapter 5, who is the other man, beside Pnin, that is also considered a youngster?
(a) Oleg Komarov.
(b) Professor Chateau.
(c) Eric Wind.
(d) Laurence Clements.

3. What is the name of the woman who introduces Pnin at the seminar?
(a) Judith Clyde.
(b) Janis Clements.
(c) Janelle Cummings.
(d) Jane Corrinth.

4. In Chapter 5, where is the cabin that Pnin is headed to located?
(a) The Aspens.
(b) The Pines.
(c) The Willows.
(d) The Birches.

5. Where was Pnin born?
(a) Poland.
(b) Russia.
(c) France.
(d) Germany.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Victor learn of Pnin's existence?

2. Where does Pnin make his first stop in Chapter 1 while traveling?

3. In Chapter 6, how soon before the party does Pnin begin preparing food and drinks?

4. What is Laurence Clements wife's name?

5. What does the professor, who Pnin decides to track down in Chapter 3, teach at the college?

(see the answer key)

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