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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapter 9, Stepan Verkhovensky is Raided and Chapter 10, Filibusters, A Fateful Morning.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Stavrogin defend from Peter?
(a) Shatov.
(b) Captain Leybatkin.
(c) Virginsky.
(d) Fedka.

2. What is Stepan Verkhovensky's employment?
(a) He is a local bureaucrat.
(b) He is a social researcher.
(c) He tutors Mrs. Stavrogin's son.
(d) He is an elected official.

3. Where were Captain Lebyatin and his sister living when Nicholas met them?
(a) In their family's estate.
(b) With Mrs. Stavrogin.
(c) With Peter Verkhovensky.
(d) On the streets.

4. What event results in an investigation that discovers radical literature?
(a) An attack on a general's wife.
(b) The publication of a radical poem.
(c) A cholera outbreak at a factory.
(d) A flood in a mine.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What venture does Lisa approach Shatov for help with?

3. What does Peter ask his father in front of the group?

4. Where does Verkhovensky hear that the rumor he heard about Dasha is true?

5. What is Mr. Lembke's professional background?

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