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

2. Elisabeth talks about going to the country while Andrew is off to war. How does she feel about being with his father and sister?
(a) She is annoyed.
(b) She is afraid.
(c) She is indifferent.
(d) She is happy and excited.

3. Why does General Mack go to Kutuzov's camp?
(a) He wants to ask Kutuzov for provisions.
(b) He and Kutuzov are good friends and he wants to greet him.
(c) He is telling Kutuzov that he has lost to the French.
(d) He wants to tell Kutuzov that the Russians aren't needed.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. After the affair of the stolen money, why is Nicholas ordered to apologize to his regiment?

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. Who does Andrew stay with when he goes to Brunn?

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

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