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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Prince Vasili in the beginning of Part 3 is described as...
(a) A man who plans carefully without regard for the well being of others.
(b) A man who bears no one any ill will but acts in his own interest when opportunity presents itself.
(c) A scheming man who acts with deliberate premeditation.
(d) A kindly man who is manipulated by his family.

2. Nicholas goes to Tilsit to request a pardon for Denisov. To whom does he initially appeal and how is he received?
(a) He first approaches his general who says he will do all he can to help.
(b) At first he asks Boris to help him through Boris' general and Boris tells him it would be better for him to apply for the pardon through his commander of the corps.
(c) He goes to his general who tells him that Denisov is clearly guilty and must face the consequences.
(d) He first approaches Boris who is happy to help Denisov because of Denisov's connections.

3. 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 gets drunk with Boris and Berg and enjoys himself immensely.
(c) He brags about his experience in the charge and the fact that everyone is very impressed with him, especially Prince Andrew.
(d) He begins to brag about his action during Schon Graben and is cut short by Andrew who notices that he is bragging.

4. Boris goes to visit the Rostovs. What does he think of Natasha?
(a) He is struck by how pretty she is but she would not be a good match.
(b) He is not interested in her because she is not witty enough.
(c) He is struck by how pretty she is and wants to propose.
(d) He sees her as a bit more grown up but he only visits out of gratitude to the Rostovs.

5. What makes Nicholas decide to return home on leave?
(a) Sonya writes to him saying she is releasing him from his promise to marry her.
(b) His mother writes him a pleading letter.
(c) The countess begs him to come home to cheer up Natasha.
(d) His father writes to him saying that he is afraid Mitenka, their steward, is cheating him but does not know how to prove it.

6. Vera and Berg hold their first party. Who comes?
(a) Pierre, the Rostovs, Boris, a general, a colonel, Andrew, and some others.
(b) The Count and Countess Rostov, the Bezukhovs, Berg's colonel, and Boris.
(c) The Bezukhovs, Boris, some of Berg's military connections and the Rostovs.
(d) Pierre, the Rostovs, and Berg's superior officers.

7. Andrew observes Prince Bagration in command. What does he notice about his methods of command?
(a) That Bagration is enthusiastic and commanding which excites the men.
(b) That Bagration's orders are random and chaotic.
(c) That although Bagration does very little and gives few commands, his presence and tact calm and encourage everyone about him.
(d) That Bagration's orders are very well thought out.

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

9. What engrosses Pierre after the duel?
(a) Why did he challenge Dolokhov and violate his wife's trust in him?
(b) Why did he challenge Dolokhov when he is such a good friend to Pierre?
(c) Why did he challenge Dolokhov over such a silly thing as taking a paper from him?
(d) What is bad or good?; What should one love or hate?; What does one live for?; What are life and death?

10. Why does Anna Mikhaylovna insist on taking Pierre to visit his father just before he dies?
(a) She wants to be sure that Pierre is his father's sole heir, and if she helps him, he will help Boris.
(b) She is an interfering woman.
(c) She is bored at the Rostovs' dinner.
(d) She wants to meet Prince Vasili and ingratiate herself to him again.

11. 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 consumed with fear that he may die the next day.
(b) He is bored by the discussion, wants to change the entire plan.
(c) He is shocked at Kutuzov's inattention to it and resents the lack of opportunity to state his ideas.
(d) He wanted to contribute but couldn't. He hopes to act on his own and achieve the glory he longs for.

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

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

14. Where does Andrew go after leaving Brunn?
(a) He returns to Kutuzov.
(b) He goes to Moscow.
(c) He goes to find the French.
(d) He returns home.

15. What do Anna Mikhaylovna, Prince Vasili and Catiche argue about outside of the old Count's room?
(a) The fact that none of them want Pierre to inherit if they don't inherit from the Count.
(b) Whether or not Anna should go to see the Count.
(c) The need for the letter requesting Pierre's legitimacy to be found in his papers along with a new will making Pierre sole heir.
(d) That Catiche and her sisters should inherit most as they have cared for the Count.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Andrew receives a letter from Bilibin. How does he react to it?

3. After his proposal to Vera, Berg comes to visit Count Rostov about Vera's dowry. What does the Count say to him?

4. What sort of reputation does Princess Mary have as a prospective wife?

5. 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?

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