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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 9-12 | Part 2, Chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Maria Dmitrievna's reputation in Russian social circles?
(a) She is known as a former great beauty.
(b) She is known as a woman of wealth and rank.
(c) She is known for her horrible temper.
(d) She is known as a woman of good sense and unadorned speech.

2. Who does Anna Pavlovna wish for each newcomer to her soiree to speak with?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Her son.
(c) Her aunt.
(d) Her great aunt.

3. How does Pierre feel after the death of his father?
(a) He is indifferent because his father has not made him a legitimate son.
(b) He is angry that his father has not made him legitimate.
(c) He is happy that he will no longer be under his father's scrutiny and judgment.
(d) He accepts it as something that must happen.

4. The Rostovs are celebrating at their home in the very beginning of Book One. What is the reason for entertaining guests?
(a) It is the old Count's birthday.
(b) It is Natasha's birthday.
(c) It is the name day of the Countess and her daughter, Natasha.
(d) It is Oktoberfest.

5. Natasha goes into the conservatory to hide when her family is first introduced. What is she waiting for?
(a) She isn't waiting; she is merely hiding from her friends.
(b) She's waiting for Nicholas to follow Sonya so that she can see what they do.
(c) She's waiting for the guests to leave.
(d) She waits for Boris to follow her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Anna Mikhaylovna insist on taking Pierre to visit his father just before he dies?

2. After leaving the Bolkonski's home, Pierre considers going home or going out with friends. Andrew has advised against his going out with his friends. Why does he not want Pierre to go?

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

4. What do Anna Mikhaylovna, Prince Vasili and Catiche argue about outside of the old Count's room?

5. Why does Prince Bolkonsky insist on teaching Mary geometry?

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