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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Bill decide to stay with after his fight with Nancy?

2. How is Monks related to Oliver?

3. What does Bill say he will do to anyone that betrayed him?

4. Why is Fagin in such dire need of a new apprentice when he meets Noah?

5. On what day is Fagin sentenced to die?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Oliver endures many different trials before the end of the book. What are some of these trials, and what lessons does he learn through these experiences?

Essay Topic 2

Old Sally is a minor character whose presence makes a big difference in the plot. How does she accomplish this? What are some ways that her presence, however brief, alters the outcome of the plot? What might have happened differently if Sally had not been in the book at all?

Essay Topic 3

Sacrifice is a theme that is very prevalent in this book. Who are the characters most affected by this theme, and how do they allow sacrifice to change their lives?

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