"The Nose"

The author of "The Nose" is

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What is the setting of "The Nose"?

• Russia

• Germany

• France

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Which tone is most prominent in the story?

• Funny

• Sad

• Sarcastic

• Scared

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When Kovalyov finally talks to the nose, how does the nose respond?

• It says that Kovalyov is crazy.

• It says that it belongs to someone else.

• It says that it is its own person.

Why does the clerk refuse to publish Kovalev's advertisement in the newspaper?

• It is too frightening.

• It is too scandalous.

• It is too absurd.

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What seems unusual about how people react to the Nose being separated from the face?

• No one who sees the Nose is surprised.

• It causes chaos.

• Everyone runs away from it.

To what position in the social hierarchy does the Nose rise?

• State Councilor

• Mayor

• Burgermeister.

Where is the Nose apprehended?

• At work.

• Attempting to flee on the train

• Attempting to flee on a stage coach

Which character expresses interest in purchasing the Nose?

• A local doctor

• Mrs. Podtochin

• A woman who is missing a nose.

Why is Kovalyov most upset about losing his nose?

• He can no longer pursue romantic relationships

• He cannot breathe and dies

• Everyone avoids him