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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Stories 26 and 27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is constantly on Nikolai Stepanych's mind?
(a) Liza and Mr. Gnekker.
(b) Dying.
(c) His lack of tenure at the university.
(d) How he needs smarter students.

2. The university Stepanych works at can be described as __________.
(a) A leader in medicine.
(b) Dismal.
(c) Technologically advanced.
(d) Welcoming.

3. In "The House with the Mezzanine", the artist's lifestyle can be described as __________.
(a) Productive.
(b) Busy.
(c) Caring.
(d) Idle.

4. What is Yefimya's relationship with her husband like?
(a) She loves him dearly.
(b) He loves her more than she can return.
(c) It is very formal and arranged.
(d) She fears him.

5. In "The Lady with the Little Dog", how does Gurov treat women?
(a) Selfishly.
(b) With utmost respect.
(c) As equals.
(d) He tries not to be around them.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Stepanych, what does Pyotr lack to set the world on fire?

2. How does Stepanych feel about his life in the months before his death?

3. What does Anna Sergeevna fear when she starts relations with Gurov?

4. How do Alekhin and Burkin view Ivan's story about Nikolai and the gooseberries?

5. What embitters Nikolai Stepanych about his children?

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