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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 39.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the scene of the wagon crash, when Henchard's man says the word of Lucetta and Elizabeth Jane are not to be accounted for because all women swoon for Donald, Henchard __________.
(a) Becomes furious at the reminder and rushes off.
(b) Agrees with him and dismisses the women.
(c) Implores the truth of the statement from the women.
(d) Defends the women.

2. What makes Henchard change his mind about his fight even before it begins?
(a) Donald sings a reminiscent song.
(b) Henchard knows he is much too strong for Donald.
(c) Michael sees Lucetta sitting innocently in the carriage.
(d) Donald remembers Farfrae gives him a job.

3. How do Henchard's former employees view their new boss?
(a) The man is respectable, but not as hearty and friendly as Henchard.
(b) They are less fearful of him.
(c) They believe the new boss is equal in every way to Henchard.
(d) They like him less because he pays less.

4. Michael allows Farfrae to court Elizabeth under what condition?
(a) It's not in Michael's house.
(b) Farfrae refers some customers to Henchard's business.
(c) Elizabeth is to leave as soon as possible.
(d) Farfrae pays a sum.

5. What does Lucetta do when the town hears the rumors from the defendant about the magistrate?
(a) She confronts Michael about the truth.
(b) She tells Farfrae they cannot be together anymore.
(c) She gives the house to Elizabeth and moves away.
(d) She leaves town for a few days.

Short Answer Questions

1. What misunderstood rumor reaches Henchard that makes him angry?

2. What surprising feature does Elizabeth and Susan notice about the glasses in front of the mayor?

3. What is Abel's punishment for being chronically late?

4. Who warms Donald about the happenings at the Three Mariners?

5. What are the councilmen and Farfrae's plans for Henchard?

(see the answer key)

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