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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Overcoat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ivanoch think he has much to offer?
(a) He is noble.
(b) He works hard.
(c) He has saved money.
(d) He is intelligent.

2. In which city is Nevsky Prospect located?
(a) Kiev.
(b) Moscow.
(c) Perm.
(d) St. Petersburg.

3. What does Akaky care little for?
(a) His family.
(b) His appearance.
(c) His friends.
(d) His money.

4. What color are the shoes Valuka gets for Oksana?
(a) Silver.
(b) Red.
(c) Gold.
(d) White.

5. Who brings Nikiforovich to the party?
(a) The judge.
(b) Prokofievich.
(c) Migorod.
(d) The Police Chief.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Valuka portray the devil in his painting?

2. What country is known as little Russia?

3. Which character arrives home at 4 a.m.?

4. What is Yakovlevish eating for breakfast at the beginning of the story?

5. Why does Ivan not want to marry Grigor's sister?

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