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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter 11 (pages 219- 251).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What piece of furniture is unfinished in Manilov's study?
(a) Armchairs.
(b) Desk.
(c) Tapestries.
(d) Rugs.

2. How do the homes of the Plyushkin's serfs look?
(a) Architecturally pleasing.
(b) Expensive.
(c) Sturdy.
(d) Rundown.

3. What type of pest does Tchitchikov see on the clock in Plyushkin's house?
(a) A spider.
(b) An ant.
(c) A roach.
(d) A fly.

4. What happens to Plyushkin's son?
(a) He marries down.
(b) He dies.
(c) He becomes a soldier.
(d) He goes to prison.

5. What is painted on Madame Korobotcha's clock?
(a) Dogs.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Stars.
(d) Hearts.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which horse does Selifan become angry with?

2. Why do Anna and Sofia think Tchitchikov buys dead souls?

3. Where do all the townspeople meet at the end of Part 1, Chapter 9?

4. How old is the beautiful girl Tchitchikov bumps his chaise into?

5. Who arrives in N at the start of Part 1, Chapter 9?

(see the answer key)

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