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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At Luzhin's school, what teacher is out with a cold?
(a) The English teacher.
(b) The math teacher.
(c) The science teacher.
(d) The geography teacher.

2. During their walk the morning after the party, what does Luzhin's father suggest he take up?
(a) Cooking.
(b) Drawing.
(c) Music.
(d) Chess.

3. At the beginning of the novel, what does the main character associate the name "Luzhin" with?
(a) His mother.
(b) His father.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Himself.

4. When Luzhin comes back to his family's house, where in the house does he hide?
(a) The attic.
(b) The carriage house.
(c) The cellar.
(d) The sewing room.

5. What does Luzhin like most at his birthday party?
(a) The guests.
(b) The presents.
(c) The magician.
(d) The cake.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of party does Luzhin's father give in honor of Luzhin's grandfather?

2. How is Luzhin greeted when he arrives at his aunt's house?

3. Who does Luzhin's father invite to Luzhin's birthday?

4. What is Luzhin's problem in school?

5. When Luzhin's family arrives in the city, where does Luzhin run off to?

(see the answer key)

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