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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Commentary, Line 929: Freud though Line 949: and all the time.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what day did John Shade begin composing his poem "Pale Fire?"
(a) We are not told explicitly, only that it is during the summer.
(b) July 1st.
(c) July 4th.
(d) July 5th.

2. Who is King Alfin the Vague's son?
(a) Charles Kinbote.
(b) Dr. Sutton.
(c) King Charles.
(d) John Shade.

3. Queen Blenda's favorite hobby is ______ .
(a) Singing.
(b) Knitting.
(c) Bird watching.
(d) Riding.

4. Who circulated a letter objecting to Charles Kinbote editing "Pale Fire?"
(a) Dr. Sutton.
(b) Professor Nattochdag.
(c) Sybil Shade.
(d) Gerald Emerald.

5. Kinbote is what religion?
(a) Buddhist.
(b) Christian.
(c) Zemblan.
(d) Marxist.

Short Answer Questions

1. Gradus visits Oswin Bretwit in order to find information on King Charles' location. What is Oswin Bretwit's profession?

2. According to Kinbote, where did Sybil Shade relocate to upon John Shade's death?

3. Following the death of King Charles' mother, Queen Blenda, a seance is held for what purpose?

4. Whose letter reveals the king's location to Gradus?

5. What is one major point Kinbote and Shade disagree on?

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