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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the clerks characterize Golyadkin’s appearance?
(a) Slovenly like a Russian.
(b) Pomaded like a fop.
(c) Relaxed as befits a colleague.
(d) Dignified like an ambassador.

2. How does the narrator characterize Golyadkin Junior?
(a) As Golyadkin’s true self.
(b) As Golyadkin’s spirit.
(c) As Golyadkin’s better half.
(d) As Golyadkin’s shame.

3. What spurs Golyadkin to turn and leave after his conversation with Andrey Filippovich?
(a) Voices from within.
(b) The cold.
(c) The arrival of guards.
(d) Footsteps on the stairs.

4. What troubles Golyadkin in the middle of his shopping trip?
(a) Memories.
(b) Apprehension about the night.
(c) Hot flashes.
(d) Twinges of conscience.

5. What does the narrator mean when he describes the “blessings of a St. Petersburg November”?
(a) The night was warm and festive.
(b) The night was crisp and clear.
(c) The night was cold and damp.
(d) The night was balmy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What unpleasant impression does Golyadkin have as he leaves Krestyan Ivanovich’s office?

2. How is Golyadkin characterized as he leaves the banquet?

3. Which of the following types of phrases does Golyadkin use often?

4. What does Golyadkin imagine telling Golyadkin Junior?

5. What is the third blunder Golyadkin makes in Krestyan Ivanovich’s room?

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