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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapter 3, The Duel and Chapter 4, All Agog.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mrs. Lembke participate in Peter's plans?
(a) She is swindled by Peter out of naivete.
(b) She allows them to proceed unwittingly, through her lack of sense.
(c) She helps him deliberately, out of resentment of the rich.
(d) She gives him money, out of a sentimental desire to help the poor.

2. How many shots does each duelist get to take?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) Six.
(d) One.

3. What is Nicholas Stavrogin like as a military officer?
(a) He is a respected leader.
(b) He is a brave soldier.
(c) He is a bully.
(d) He is a deserter.

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

5. What happens on Stavrogin's third shot?
(a) Stavrogin shoots closer to Gaganov, but still shoots in the air.
(b) Stavrogin hits Gaganov's second by mistake.
(c) Stavrogin shoots into the ground at his feet.
(d) Stavrogin kills Gaganov.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Captain Lebyatkin's relationship with Nicholas Stavrogin in Moscow?

2. Who has been in hiding for the week after the confrontations at Mrs. Stavrogin's?

3. With whom does Nicholas Stavrogin leave from his conversation with his mother?

4. What weapons do Stavrogin and Gaganov use for the duel?

5. What is Gaganov's response to Kirilov?

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