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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Chapters 1-4 | Part 4, Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kutuzov request Andrew to work with him?
(a) He needs an adjutant.
(b) He knew Andrew's father and knows Andrew to be a good soldier.
(c) He wants to keep an eye on him.
(d) He wants Andrew to keep command of the troops as he (Kutuzov) is elderly.

2. How does Maria Dmitrievna respond to Natasha's insolence at the dinner table?
(a) She tells her she is having carrot ice for dessert and laughs at her.
(b) She tells her to sit down and be quiet.
(c) She doesn't hear her.
(d) She severely rebukes her for being so rude.

3. Nicholas goes home on leave. How does he react to Sonya?
(a) He is struck by how pretty she is but feels estranged from her.
(b) He pays no attention to her whatsoever as he has decided that he has grown past their childhood romance.
(c) He is very happy to see her but is uncertain how she feels about him.
(d) He is angry that he ever told her he loved her.

4. There is a lot of confusion on the bridge as the Russians try to cross it. What is their rush?
(a) They want to burn the bridge before the French get to it.
(b) They all want to get across to get their tea.
(c) They are trying to isolate the French so that the Austrian army will have them cornered.
(d) The French are firing at them.

5. How does Prince Bolkonsky react to Prince Vasili and Anatole's visit?
(a) He is delighted to see them and pleased to see what a brilliant young man Anatole is.
(b) He does not want Prince Vasili or Anatole there.
(c) He basically ignores them as they have interfered with his strict routine.
(d) He is jealous of the attention they pay to his daughter and daughter-in-law.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Nicholas do after it is discovered that Denisov's money has been stolen?

2. Princess Mary has her hair done in a different style for the guests. How does her father react to her?

3. After the duel, Helene goes to speak to Pierre. What does she say?

4. General Kutuzov does not want his troops to present themselves to the Austrian general in their great coats. Why?

5. Natasha goes into the conservatory to hide when her family is first introduced. What is she waiting for?

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