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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III, Chapter 3, The End of a Love Affair and Chapter 4, The Last Decision.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Nicholas' relationship with Dasha, according to Liputin?
(a) Nicholas owed her brother money.
(b) Nicholas had redeemed her from prison.
(c) Nicholas had fought a duel over her.
(d) Nicholas seduced her in Moscow.

2. What is Peter Verkhovensky concerned about when he rushes out of Virginsky's house?
(a) A letter that might expose the group.
(b) A raid that is planned for his house.
(c) Getting his manuscript to the press in time for printing.
(d) An arrest warrant that has been issued for him.

3. How does Nicholas Stavrogin answer his mother's question?
(a) He does not answer.
(b) He says no.
(c) He answers her with a question about her own plans.
(d) He answers yes.

4. What does Stepan think about marriage?
(a) He thinks it will corrupt him.
(b) He thinks it is an outdated institution.
(c) He thinks it is every man's duty.
(d) He misses being married.

5. With whom does Nicholas Stavrogin leave from his conversation with his mother?
(a) Miss Lebyatkin.
(b) Captain Lebyatkin.
(c) Lisa Tushin.
(d) Peter Verkhovensky.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Nicholas think of Mary Lebyatkin after he got to know her?

2. Who chases after Lisa when she leaves Stavrogin's house?

3. What is Stepan Verkhovensky's relationship with Mrs. Stavrogin?

4. What weapons do Stavrogin and Gaganov use for the duel?

5. How has Shatov prepared to defend himself against Stavrogin?

(see the answer key)

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