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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What compels Golyadkin to ring Krestyan Ivanovich’s bell?
(a) He looks at his watch and realizes that he is short on time.
(b) He needs to hear Krestyan Ivanovich’s opinion.
(c) He hears footsteps on the stairs.
(d) He is impatient to hear Krestyan Ivanovich’s advice.

2. Which of the following best describes Golyadkin’s mood when he finally enters the party?
(a) Frenzied.
(b) Irresolute.
(c) Angry.
(d) Brash.

3. What does Krestyan Ivanovich tell Golyadkin he has to do?
(a) Stay at home and rest.
(b) Follow his prescription.
(c) Lead a thoughtful introspective life.
(d) Travel.

4. Why can’t Golyadkin protest against injury in his sleepless visions?
(a) Because he does not deserve the respect of being able to protest.
(b) Because he himself has received only minor injuries in his lifetime.
(c) Because he has participated in a kind of insult himself.
(d) Because he has done things that are much worse than anything that has been done to him.

5. What time is it when Golyadkin leaves the banquet?
(a) 10 p.m.
(b) Midnight.
(c) Four a.m.
(d) Two a.m.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is wrong with Petrushka’s livery?

2. What happens when Golyadkin offers Klara Olsufyevna his hand?

3. What explanation is he given?

4. What sensation does Golyadkin have as he leaves Olsufy Ivanovich’s house?

5. What is the tone of the letter Golyadkin receives in response to his letter to Golyadkin Junior?

(see the answer key)

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