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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III, Chapter 3, The End of a Love Affair and Chapter 4, The Last Decision.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Gaganov's response to Kirilov?
(a) He refuses the offer of money.
(b) He insults Kirilov and offered to duel with him as well.
(c) He refuses to accept the apology.
(d) He calls off the duel.

3. Why was it a mistake to charge a high price for the fête?
(a) The people who came wanted food.
(b) No one could afford to come.
(c) Expensive tickets excluded the writers.
(d) The people expected to be entertained.

4. Who arrives when Peter has just finished relating the story of Nicholas' devotion to Miss Lebyatkin?
(a) Shatov.
(b) Nicholas.
(c) Mrs. Stavrogin.
(d) Mary Lebyatkin.

5. What is Peter predicting in the time after the confrontation at Mrs. Stavrogin's house?
(a) That he will incite riots and protests.
(b) That he will bomb a prominent government location.
(c) That Nicholas will be killed.
(d) That Nicholas will kill Shatov.

Short Answer Questions

1. What imputation does Liputin make about Nicholas Stavrogin in his conversation with Kerkhovensky?

2. What does Stavrogin believe in?

3. Who had a hand in manipulating Lisa to be with Stavrogin?

4. What problem might Stavrogin have with his plan?

5. Who does Peter blame for Mary and Captain Lebyatkin's murder?

(see the answer key)

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