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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why have Luzhin's parents put off telling him that they've enrolled him in a school?
(a) They don't think he'll understand the idea.
(b) They are worried the school will cancel at the last minute.
(c) They're afraid he'll throw a tantrum.
(d) They're afraid he'll run away.

2. What is Luzhin doing when he notices two other students taking out a chess set?
(a) Reading a book.
(b) Carving a piece of wood.
(c) Sharpening pencils.
(d) Drawing on his desk.

3. How old is young Luzhin at the beginning of the novel?
(a) 10.
(b) 9.
(c) 11.
(d) 12.

4. During their walk the morning after the party, what does Luzhin's father suggest he take up?
(a) Music.
(b) Cooking.
(c) Drawing.
(d) Chess.

5. Who has been educating Luzhin at home, before his enrollment in school?
(a) His mother.
(b) No one.
(c) His father.
(d) A governess.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Luzhin's family arrives in the city, where does Luzhin run off to?

2. How does Luzhin think fellow students feel about him?

3. How does Luzhin treat the guests at his birthday?

4. Who interrupts the chess game?

5. How does Luzhin usually travel to school?

(see the answer key)

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