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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 31 - 36.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bathsheba assist Gabriel in doing when she goes to ask him for advice in Chapter 20?
(a) Bathing the sheep.
(b) Birthing a lamb.
(c) Sharpening his shears.
(d) Milking the dairy cow.

2. What color silk gown is Bathsheba described as wearing while in Bath in Chapter 33?
(a) Gold.
(b) Red.
(c) Blue.
(d) Black.

3. What tormented figure from Greek mythology is alluded to by the author in Chapter 20?
(a) Jupiter.
(b) Ixion.
(c) Ares.
(d) Atlas.

4. On what date does Chapter 13 begin?
(a) June 3.
(b) October 14.
(c) February 13.
(d) July 24.

5. How much does Boldwood offer to give to Troy on his wedding-day with Bathsheba in Chapter 34?
(a) 1,000 pounds.
(b) 200 pounds.
(c) 2,000 pounds.
(d) 500 pounds.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Latin phrase "Cedit amor rebus" translate to in English?

2. For how long does Troy expect to be away visiting friends in Chapter 30?

3. When Bathsheba attempts to defend Troy in Chapter 29, the narrator says, "This supreme instance of Troy's goodness fell upon Gabriel's ears like" what?

4. How old does Mr. Boldwood say he is when he proposes marriage to Bathsheba in Chapter 19?

5. Where does Bathsheba go to visit Liddy's sister in Chapter 31?

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