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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. How is Dunsey Cass described?
(a) A sober-minded, religious young man.
(b) An amicable fellow with a kind face.
(c) A spiteful, jeering fellow.
(d) A wild young man who had great potential.

2. What physical malady afflicted Silas Marner from time to time?
(a) Cancer.
(b) Arthritis.
(c) A bad cold.
(d) Seizures.

3. How old is Godfrey Cass when he is brought into the story?
(a) 30.
(b) 15.
(c) 26.
(d) 25.

4. How much is Wildfire sold for?
(a) 150 pounds.
(b) 50 pounds.
(c) 100 pounds.
(d) 120 pounds.

5. Who is Godfrey Cass in love with?
(a) Sarah of Lantern Yard.
(b) Molly Pitcher.
(c) Nancy Lammeter.
(d) Molly Farren.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Godfrey wooed Nancy Lammeter?

2. Why does Silas Marner suspect Jem Rodney of stealing his gold?

3. What other option does Godfrey see besides confessing to his father?

4. Who gave Silas Marner the pork he is roasting when his gold is stolen?

5. Who are Bryce and Keating?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the conversation of the townsfolk differ from the feelings of Silas Marner regarding his stolen treasure?

2. Why was Dunsey able to get away without immediate consequences after “staking” Wildfire during the hunt?

3. In what ways does Godfrey overthink his guilt and planned confessions throughout the story?

4. What is the overall feel of the conversation at the Rainbow before Silas Marner’s arrival?

5. Silas Marner’s departure from his home and his travels to Raveloe is compared to the divinities of old in what way?

6. How is Raveloe different from Lantern Yard?

7. Silas Marner turns to what activities to comfort himself in his bitterness?

8. What is the narrative point of view of Silas Marner?

9. What seems to be William Dane’s motivation in framing Silas Marner as a thief after nine years of friendship?

10. How does the sale of Wildfire take place?

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