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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Chapter 6, whom does Pnin invite over for a housewarming party?
(a) Professor Chateau, Al Cook, Susan, and the Clementses.
(b) Betty Bliss, Al Cook, Varvara, and Hagen.
(c) Hagen, the Clementses, Betty Bliss, and the Thayers.
(d) The Thayers, Gramineev, Varvara, and the Shpolyanskis.

3. In Chapter 6, what does Pnin do with his extra time since he doesn't have as many classes to teach?
(a) Independent research.
(b) Chat with other professors.
(c) Sleep.
(d) Eat.

4. At the party in Chapter 5, how old are most of the women?
(a) Fifties.
(b) Forties.
(c) Sixties.
(d) Mid-thirties.

5. How old is Victor in Chapter 4?
(a) Fifteen.
(b) Fourteen.
(c) Thirteen.
(d) Sixteen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Victor smell and hear at his school?

2. At the end of Chapter 6, what is Pnin worried that he broke while cleaning up after the housewarming party?

3. How are both of Victor's parents described in Chapter 4 as being?

4. What is it about Victor that troubles his parents?

5. What does Victor's art teacher encourage him to do?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Liza decide to send Victor to school at St. Bartholomew's?

2. Who runs St. Bartholomew's? Describe in detail.

3. Who is the host of the party at the cabin in Chapter 5?

4. What does Pnin give to Victor during their first meeting?

5. Who is Al Cook's wife and why do they not have children?

6. What are a few examples of what the students at Waindell College do at the beginning of every year?

7. Why is Pnin somewhat sad after visiting with Betty Bliss?

8. Where is Pnin living in Chapter 6 and how does he feel about it?

9. Who are a few of the people who are attending the party in Chapter 5 with whom Pnin is acquainted?

10. What has happened with Dr. Eric Wind and Liza in Chapter 4?

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