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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. Why does Pickwcik choose to go to prison rather than pay the fine?
(a) He doesn't think Mrs. Bardell deserves it.
(b) He thinks he deserves prison time.
(c) He doesn't have the money available.
(d) He doesn't want to support a corrupt system.

2. What does Pickwick give Smangle money for in prison?
(a) Refraining from swearing.
(b) Bringing him food.
(c) Announcing his visitors.
(d) Keeping his room clean.

3. What does Susan leave to Sam in her Will?
(a) 600 pounds.
(b) 400 pounds.
(c) 200 pounds.
(d) 800 pounds.

4. Who tells Ben that Arabella has eloped?
(a) His aunt.
(b) His client.
(c) His father.
(d) His sister.

5. Who breaks up the fight between Ben Allen and the servant?
(a) Winkle.
(b) Bob Sawyer.
(c) Pickwick.
(d) Arabella.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tom Roker do for Pickwick in prison?

2. What does Mrs. Sanders tell the jury as a witness?

3. Who does Sam send Trotter to get when he sees Mrs. Bardell back in London?

4. Where does Pickwick get jobs for Trotter and Jingle?

5. What does Mr. Perker say about Pickwick's case?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Smangle do on Pickwick's first night in prison?

2. What did Mr. Winkle Sr. say when he heard of his son's elopement?

3. What does Pickwick do when he is awakened on his first night in prison?

4. Why does Winkle want Pickwick to get out of prison early?

5. What does Sam Weller do when he first meets Smangle?

6. What does Mr. Pickwick choose to do after he is found guilty, and why?

7. What does Tom Roker do for Pickwick in prison?

8. What prank does Bob Sawyer play at the inn in Towcester?

9. What does Sam do on Valentine's Day, and why?

10. How does Mr. Perker suggest handling the dispute between Mr. Winkle and his father?

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