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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 25 - 30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From whom has Bathsheba inherited a farm in Weatherbury in Chapter 8?
(a) From her father.
(b) From her uncle.
(c) From her mother.
(d) From her sister.

2. What is Gabriel Oak referred to as by the villagers in the beginning of the novel?
(a) "Father Oak."
(b) "Farmer Oak."
(c) "Cleric Oak."
(d) "Simon Oak."

3. Whom does Gabriel allow to read the letter he's received in Chapter 15?
(a) Mr. Boldwood.
(b) Teddy Coggan.
(c) Sergeant Troy.
(d) Sam Samson.

4. What words are imprinted on the seal of the Valentine that Bathsheba sends to Mr. Boldwood in Chapter 13?
(a) "Marry me."
(b) "I love you."
(c) "I'm yours."
(d) "Kiss me."

5. What is the name of Bathsheba's aunt that she lives with in Chapter 4?
(a) Mrs. James.
(b) Mrs. Smith.
(c) Mrs. Hurst.
(d) Mrs. Wesson.

Short Answer Questions

1. What month is it the latter part of when the bees begin their swarming at Weatherbury in Chapter 27?

2. 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?

3. What musical instrument does Gabriel play in the night in Chapter 2?

4. What does Bathsheba assist Gabriel in doing when she goes to ask him for advice in Chapter 20?

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

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