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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapter 1, Night and Chapter 2, Night Continued.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How has Shatov prepared to defend himself against Stavrogin?
(a) He prayed.
(b) He hid himself.
(c) He bought a revolver.
(d) He hired bodyguards.

2. How does the Verkhovensky circle feel about Nicholas Stavrogin?
(a) They are impressed with his wealth.
(b) They are afraid of his temper.
(c) They admire his charisma.
(d) They mock him for his pretentiousness.

3. Who is on his way to visit at the end of the second chapter?
(a) Verkhovensky's son.
(b) Verkhovensky's father.
(c) Stavrogin's father.
(d) Shatov's father.

4. What was Captain Lebyatkin's relationship with Nicholas Stavrogin in Moscow?
(a) It is not clear what their relationship was.
(b) Nicholas owed Lebyatkin money from gambling.
(c) Leybatkin introduced Nicholas to Dasha.
(d) They were in the military together.

5. Why does Nicholas treat Miss Lebyatkin so well?
(a) Captain Lebyatkin says it was because Nicholas is sentimental and stupid.
(b) Mrs. Stavrogin says it was because her son was rebellious.
(c) Peter says it was because of the 'demon of irony' in him.
(d) Nicholas says it was because he was in love.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Kirilov?

2. How many previous marriages has Stepan Verkhovensky had?

3. In what way do Virginsky and Shatov resemble one another?

4. What does Stepan think about marriage?

5. What is Kirilov's involvement in Stavrogin's plan?

(see the answer key)

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