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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. The Tsar goes to Olmutz to review the troops. How does Nicholas react when he sees him?
(a) He is unhappy that the Tsar has involved Russia in this war which does not concern them.
(b) He is in awe of him and feels he would do anything for him.
(c) He is happy to see him but is fearful about the coming action.
(d) He is struck by how young the Tsar is and wonders if he is up to his position.

2. Nicholas goes to visit Boris. How does the visit go for him?
(a) He is amazed at the changes in Boris and wishes to work on the staff as Boris does, planning to use a letter that will help him.
(b) He brags about his experience in the charge and the fact that everyone is very impressed with him, especially Prince Andrew.
(c) He begins to brag about his action during Schon Graben and is cut short by Andrew who notices that he is bragging.
(d) He gets drunk with Boris and Berg and enjoys himself immensely.

3. When Murat sees the Russian forces gathering he thinks it is the entire Army. What does he do upon seeing this?
(a) He offers a cease fire for three days so he can attack them all at once.
(b) He attacks them immediately.
(c) He does nothing until the following day when he attacks.
(d) He writes to Napoleon requesting advice.

4. General Kutuzov does not want his troops to present themselves to the Austrian general in their great coats. Why?
(a) He wants to impress on the general how unprepared they are for war.
(b) He wants to insult the general by showing he does not care enough to present his troops in the best condition.
(c) He wants the general to see how worn out their boots are from marching so far.
(d) He wants the general to see that they are cold.

5. Princess Mary has her hair done in a different style for the guests. How does her father react to her?
(a) He gets angry with her and tells her to leave his sight.
(b) He pays no attention to it as he is not interested in such "feminine" things.
(c) He tells her that it is quite becoming.
(d) He tells her in front of them that he does not approve of it and never to do it again.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Anna Mikhaylovna want to take Boris to visit Pierre's father, Count Bezuhov?

2. What does Count Rostov do when his wife asks him for a large sum of money, 500 rubles?

3. There is a lot of confusion on the bridge as the Russians try to cross it. What is their rush?

4. Who does Tolstoy refer to as Andrew's hero after the battle at Schon Grabern?

5. The Rostovs are celebrating at their home in the very beginning of Book One. What is the reason for entertaining guests?

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