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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter 2 (pages 286 - 295).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the narrator compare Russia to?
(a) A troika.
(b) A young child.
(c) A polar bear.
(d) A tank.

2. What does Nozdroyov try to get Tchitchikov to buy?
(a) Shoes.
(b) A necklace.
(c) Pocket watch.
(d) A dog.

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

4. What does Sobakevitch tell Tchitchikov about Plyushkin?
(a) He is a thief.
(b) He is poor.
(c) He is cruel.
(d) He is effeminate.

5. What does Sofia argue with Anna about?
(a) The time of a dinner party.
(b) The appeal of Tchitchikov.
(c) The paleness of the governor's daughter.
(d) The reason for Korobotcha's arrival.

Short Answer Questions

1. What hobby does Petrushka enjoy?

2. How old is Manilov's youngest child?

3. Why does Captain Kopeykin become angry and disappear?

4. What is Madame Korobotcha's first name?

5. What type of pest does Tchitchikov see on the clock in Plyushkin's house?

(see the answer key)

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