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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4: Chapters 13 - 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 3, Chapter 9, what author does Nafisi discuss with the magician?
(a) Shakespeare.
(b) Nabokov.
(c) Hammett.
(d) Twain.

2. What is the best definition of Nabokov's term "poshlust"?
(a) The use of reality to contrast with a system of barbaric ritual.
(b) Empty rituals, false importance, and the reduction of reality to banality.
(c) Beauty in the midst of a brutal government regime.
(d) The ability to remain heroic in the midst of banality and extreme brutality.

3. What does Nafisi's study group conclude about "Lolita"?
(a) She was the victim of two crimes, losing her life and her own life story.
(b) She was a highly desirable but difficult young woman.
(c) She was a despicable and shallow girl.
(d) She was not the victim she always claimed to be.

4. How does Part 3, Chapter 11 begin?
(a) With the announcement that accompanies air raid sirens.
(b) With a student talking in Nafisi's classroom.
(c) With Nafisi standing in her apartment.
(d) With a quote from "Daisy Miller."

5. Where does Nafisi write her class notes?
(a) Big diaries.
(b) Pocket calendars.
(c) Lined paper tablets.
(d) Small scraps of paper.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Nafisi learn of her father's arrest?

2. What project is Nassrin working on?

3. Why is Nafisi uncomfortable with Mr. Bahir's action at the end of Part 2, Chapter 6?

4. What do the class members take turns doing each week?

5. Chapter 15 presents a clear parallel between the character of Humbert and which group of people?

(see the answer key)

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