1. Princess Mary leaves her father's study after speaking with him about the Kuragins. What occurs very shortly after that?
(a) She discovers Anatole in the conservatory with his arm around Mlle. Bourienne.
(b) She goes to talk with Lise, asking her what married life is like.
(c) She confides in Mlle. Bourienne that she thinks Anatole is handsome and hopes he will propose.
(d) She goes to her room weeping in the knowledge that no one will ever want to marry such a plain young woman as she.

2. What is Maria Dmitrievna's reputation in Russian social circles?
(a) She is known as a woman of good sense and unadorned speech.
(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 former great beauty.

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

4. What sort of reputation does Princess Mary have as a prospective wife?
(a) She is regarded as very beautiful which makes up for her moderate fortune.
(b) She is regarded as very wealthy but very plain.
(c) She is regarded as ugly and not particularly pleasant, but rich.
(d) She is regarded as extremely intelligent and socially adept.

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