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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Princess Mary has her hair done in a different style for the guests. How does her father react to her?
(a) He pays no attention to it as he is not interested in such "feminine" things.
(b) He gets angry with her and tells her to leave his sight.
(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.

3. Why does Nicholas need to whisper to his wolf hound?
(a) He does not want the wolf to hear him calling.
(b) He doesn't want the other hounds to hear him call to his hound.
(c) He doesn't want the other hunts men to hear.
(d) All of the above.

4. How has Pierre's huge inheritance changed him financially?
(a) He does not really pay attention to the fact that he is continually losing money.
(b) He notices that although he has more money than before, he often has to pay so much out that he must borrow in order to fulfill his obligations.
(c) He wishes he had never inherited the money, as life was much simpler before.
(d) He is thrilled at having so much money that he has a huge surplus each month.

5. After the Council of War before the battle of Austerlitz, Prince Andrew reflects on what is being said. What are his thoughts?
(a) He is bored by the discussion, wants to change the entire plan.
(b) He is shocked at Kutuzov's inattention to it and resents the lack of opportunity to state his ideas.
(c) He wanted to contribute but couldn't. He hopes to act on his own and achieve the glory he longs for.
(d) He is consumed with fear that he may die the next day.

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

7. At the Rostov's, the people gossip about Pierre. What do they say about him?
(a) That he is abusive to his father.
(b) That he is a womanizer.
(c) That his friends are poorly chosen.
(d) That he cheats at cards.

8. Pierre receives two letters, one from Helene and another form his mother-in-law begging for Helene to come to live with him again. What is his response?
(a) He tells them that this is exactly what he has been hoping for but has been too ashamed to ask.
(b) He tells them both that he does not want her to come back.
(c) He does not respond, but Helene moves back any way.
(d) He reluctantly agrees.

9. 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 indifferent.
(c) She is happy and excited.
(d) She is afraid.

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

11. Nicholas is patrolling the lines. What is running through his mind?
(a) He is terrified that he may be shot and wishes he had not been given this duty.
(b) Various disconnected thoughts as he struggles not to fall asleep.
(c) He is excited about the prospect of being in combat and perhaps distinguishing himself for the Tsar.
(d) He is in a foul temper as he is cold, hungry, and is missing the comforts of home.

12. How does Natasha behave at Ilagin's?
(a) She is weary from hunting and falls asleep.
(b) She loves his playing the guitar and dances for them.
(c) At Ilagin's insistence, she reluctantly sings while he plays guitar.
(d) She is unhappy with the rustic nature of Ilagin's house and wants to go home.

13. What does Prince Andrew look at as he is driving through a forest that confirms he is feeling that his life has nothing new to offer?
(a) An animal carcass.
(b) An oak which has not yet leafed out.
(c) An abandoned hut.
(d) Dead trees.

14. In the card game with Dolokhov and Nicholas, who wins and how much?
(a) Dolokhov wins 43,000 Rubles.
(b) Dolokhov wins 800,000 Rubles.
(c) Nicholas wins 4,300 rubles.
(d) Nicholas wins 43,000 rubles.

15. Nicholas is patrolling the picket lines. What is a picket?
(a) Soldiers set apart from a main army to guard them from surprise attack.
(b) A border between one army and another.
(c) A line of stakes set in the ground behind which artillery is positioned.
(d) A portion of a fence.

Short Answer Questions

1. Princess Mary wishes to speak to Andrew before he leaves about a specific request. What is it?

2. Prince Nicholas Bolkonsky believes in only two vices and two virtues. What are they?

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

4. Who does Anna Pavlovna wish for each newcomer to her soiree to speak with?

5. What happens to Nicholas during the battle at Schon Grabern?

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