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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Two.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How would Pnin's laugh be described?
(a) Annoying.
(b) Obnoxious.
(c) Infectious.
(d) Screeching.

2. How does Pnin feel about Betty Bliss?
(a) He dislikes her.
(b) She makes him nervous.
(c) She annoys him.
(d) He has a crush on her.

3. What does Pnin miss while getting something to eat in Chapter 1?
(a) His connecting flight.
(b) His bus.
(c) His connecting train.
(d) His taxi.

4. How does Mrs. Clements react to Laurence not wanting Pnin to stay in their house?
(a) She yells at him and lets Pnin stay.
(b) She begs him to let Pnin stay.
(c) She ignores him and lets Pnin stay.
(d) She says a prayer and Laurence eventually lets Pnin stay.

5. Where does Pnin make his first stop in Chapter 1 while traveling?
(a) Walbrook.
(b) Williamsburg.
(c) Westwood.
(d) Whitchurch.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who helps Pnin to adapt his room at the Clementses' house to his own utility and personality?

2. Why doesn't Laurence want Pnin to stay in his house?

3. Who helps Pnin to salvage his trip in Chapter 1?

4. At the beginning of Chapter 1, to what town is Pnin headed?

5. What is Laurence Clements wife's name?

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