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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following best describes Golyadkin’s mood when he finally enters the party?
(a) Brash.
(b) Frenzied.
(c) Angry.
(d) Irresolute.

2. How does Dostoevsky describe Golyadkin’s appearance?
(a) Bald.
(b) Sunken.
(c) Sallow.
(d) Virile.

3. What language does most of the discourse at the banquet take place in?
(a) Italian.
(b) Russian.
(c) French.
(d) English.

4. How long does Golyadkin wait in the cold before entering the banquet?
(a) Six hours.
(b) All night.
(c) Three hours.
(d) One hour.

5. Which of the following isn’t Golyadkin good at?
(a) Focusing on his work.
(b) Getting places on time.
(c) Managing his servant.
(d) Embellishing his speech.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the occasion for the banquet at State Counsellor Berendyev’s house?

2. Where does Golyadkin go from Krestyan Ivanovich’s office?

3. How long has Golyadkin reserved a carriage for?

4. What does Dostoevsky say Golyadkin has difficulty with?

5. Which of these things does Golyadkin NOT shop for?

(see the answer key)

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