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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. On the first game that Luzhin's opponent doesn't beat him, what is the result?
(a) Luzhin wins by virtue of his grown skill.
(b) A draw.
(c) The game is never finished.
(d) His opponent lets Luzhin win.

3. What nickname do the other boys call Luzhin?
(a) Tony.
(b) Morris.
(c) Lucky.
(d) Clutz.

4. How does the woman Luzhin meets in Germany (his future wife) think of his father?
(a) She thinks he must have been naive, slow, and uncomprehending toward Luzhin.
(b) She thinks he must have been selfish, ignorant, and jealous of Luzhin.
(c) She thinks he must have been kind, earnest, and fond of Luzhin.
(d) She thinks he must have been sad, angry, and bitter toward Luzhin.

5. What fundamental drive does Luzhin's future wife have?
(a) The need to feel superior to others.
(b) The need to romanticize herself to others.
(c) The need to understand the world is a logical, organized way.
(d) The need to help any creature that is suffering.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Luzhin afraid of at school?

2. Who begins to teach Luzhin chess?

3. How long does Luzhin stay at his aunt's?

4. At Luzhin's school, what teacher is out with a cold?

5. How long is Luzhin sick after running away?

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