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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Dunsey knock on Silas Marner’s door loudly?
(a) He thinks Silas Marner is hard of hearing.
(b) He is afraid Silas Marner is not home.
(c) He hears something coming behind him.
(d) He wants to frighten Silas Marner with his sudden arrival.

2. The loss of Wildfire causes Dunsey to turn to what source to get his brother’s money?
(a) Borrowing money from Bryce.
(b) Silas Marner’s gold.
(c) Selling his own horse.
(d) Borrowing money from Keating.

3. What is Squire Cass’s initial reaction to the story of Wildfire and Godfrey’s inability to pay him the 100 pounds?
(a) He leaves the room.
(b) He hits Godfrey.
(c) He makes Godfrey pay him back.
(d) He stares in amazement.

4. What holiday came shortly after Dolly Winthrop’s visit?
(a) Christmas.
(b) Easter.
(c) New Years.
(d) Thanksgiving.

5. What was cooking in Silas Marner’s cottage when Dunsey went in?
(a) A string of sausages.
(b) A pork stew.
(c) Potatoes and vegetables.
(d) A small piece of pork.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dunsey mean by “I’m always lucky in my weather” (39)?

2. Where is Silas Marner when Dunsey stole his gold?

3. Who is appointed deputy-constable in the investigation of Silas' stolen gold?

4. Who is Godfrey Cass in love with?

5. Does Silas Marner want to punish the thief who stole his gold?

(see the answer key)

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