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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Petrivich make his shoes last longer?
(a) He steps more lightly.
(b) He never wears them in the house.
(c) He walks as little as possible.
(d) He wraps them in bags.

2. Who does Pidorka call Child of Gold?
(a) Taras.
(b) Peter.
(c) Ivas.
(d) Mysin.

3. Why does Katerina fear the sorcerers?
(a) She is afraid they want to impregnate her.
(b) She is afraid they will take away her child.
(c) She is afraid they will turn her into a cloud.
(d) She is afraid they will kill her.

4. What do the men step outside to do?
(a) Breathe.
(b) Fight.
(c) Flirt.
(d) Smoke.

5. What do two muggers steal from Akaky?
(a) His shoes.
(b) His coat.
(c) His wallet.
(d) His hat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the husband in this story?

2. What does Ivanovich have to bring before the courts?

3. Which word best describes Ivan's aunt's personality?

4. What does the church elder like to drink?

5. What is Ivan Ivanovich's job?

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