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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who dies in the explosion of Mrs. Clennam's house?
(a) Arthur.
(b) Mrs. Clennam.
(c) No one, luckily.
(d) Rigaud.

2. Why does Pancks have more difficulty than normal in collecting rents?
(a) Because people have learned they can take advantage of him.
(b) Because no one respects him anymore.
(c) Because people know that Merdle does not really need the money.
(d) Because the country is going through a recession and no one has any funds.

3. With whom does Amy request to renew her friendship?
(a) Frederick.
(b) Mrs. Gowan.
(c) Arthur.
(d) John.

4. What does Cavalletto do that makes Arthur think he may know Blandois?
(a) Pull out Blandois's wallet.
(b) Nothing; Arthur just takes a lucky guess.
(c) Mention him directly in conversation.
(d) Whistle a tune Blandois used to whistle.

5. How does Arthur's mom respond to Arthur's information about who Blandois really is?
(a) She laughs because she already knew.
(b) She faints with shock.
(c) She does not believe him.
(d) She gets furious and throws him out of the house.

Short Answer Questions

1. What item does Miss Wade give Arthur that she claims will explain why she hates Blandois and Minnie?

2. What does Rigaud go to the Clennam house to collect while Arthur is in debtors' prison?

3. Who hosts a farewell dinner for Mr. Dorrit?

4. Who does William tell Amy society demands must be the next one to marry?

5. Who does Fanny hint to Amy is courting her?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Flora's introduction of herself to Mr. Dorrit embarrassing?

2. What does Rigaud threaten will happen to Mrs. Clennam by the time the debtors' prison doors are closed if she does not pay his ransom demands?

3. What does Franny's marriage allow Dorrit entrance to?

4. How does Arthur respond to Pancks announcement that he has invested some money in Mr. Merdle's company?

5. Why is Dorrit so mortified to be seen with John Chivery?

6. Why does the Dorrit family grant Amy permission to renew her friendship with Mrs. Gowan?

7. What does Merdle do during his visit with Fanny and Sparkler shortly before he dies?

8. Why does Miss Wade take Tattycoram in?

9. What dynamic does Fanny's relationship with Sparkler create with Mrs. Merdle?

10. What does Mr. Dorrit instruct Amy to do, when he calls her to his quarters in Venice and speaks to her in front of Mrs. General?

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