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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Luzhin's fiancee threaten that she will do, if he starts thinking about chess?
(a) Not marry him.
(b) Stop loving him.
(c) Beat him.
(d) Kill herself.

2. 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 run away.
(d) They're afraid he'll throw a tantrum.

3. Where does Luzhin tell his father he learned to play chess?
(a) At school.
(b) From a friend's father.
(c) From his aunt.
(d) In the park.

4. At the end of Luzhin's first day of play against Turati, what does Luzhin feel unable to do?
(a) Stay awake.
(b) Get up from his seat.
(c) Stay in the chess tournament room.
(d) Walk.

5. On what floor is the apartment Luzhin's in-laws have rented for the newlyweds?
(a) The second.
(b) The fourth.
(c) The third.
(d) The fifth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the doctor give to Luzhin?

2. What does Mrs. Luzhin criticize about her body, as she examines herself in the mirror on her wedding night?

3. Who does Luzhin play chess with at his aunt's house?

4. What does Luzhin eventually win in the raffle at the ball?

5. What happens when Luzhin goes to visit his father's grave after his death?

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