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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Golyadkin refer to Olsufy Ivanovich?
(a) As his benefactor.
(b) As his tormentor.
(c) As his good friend.
(d) As his uncle.

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

3. Which literary term describes the narrator speaking directly to the reader?
(a) Direct discourse.
(b) Personification.
(c) Narrative intrusion.
(d) Apostrophe.

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

5. What is the third blunder Golyadkin makes in Krestyan Ivanovich’s room?
(a) He fails to compliment Krestyan Ivanovich.
(b) He forgets why he came.
(c) He makes excuses for himself.
(d) He stutters instead of speaking.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the tone of this opening chapter?

2. How is Golyadkin used to salving his conscience?

3. What does Golyadkin say when he finally catches his double?

4. What does Golyadkin will happen in time?

5. What does Golyadkin leave each of the shopkeepers with?

(see the answer key)

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