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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 Ben Allen start beating up a servant when he hears of Arabella's elopement?
(a) He planned to fire the man anyway.
(b) He saw him with his sister earlier.
(c) He is angry, and wants to hit someone.
(d) He thinks the servant helped plan it.

2. How is Pickwick released from prison?
(a) He pays Mrs. Bardell's fees.
(b) He is released on good behavior.
(c) He bribes a guard.
(d) He provides extra evidence.

3. What does Sam bring to Pickwick after his first night in prison?
(a) Some food.
(b) Some money.
(c) Some clothes.
(d) Some brandy.

4. How much is Arabella's dowry?
(a) 2,000 pounds.
(b) 1,000 pounds.
(c) 500 pounds.
(d) 1,500 pounds.

5. What is Mr. Slurk's occupation?
(a) Editor.
(b) Printer.
(c) Carrier.
(d) Reporter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why has Mrs. Bardell been brought back to London?

2. Who hires Mary as a maid?

3. How long does Pickwick get to spend in Bath?

4. Who lives next door to Arabella?

5. Who breaks up the fight between Ben Allen and the servant?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. What happens to Mr. Pickwick because of the prank played at the inn in Towcester?

5. How does Pickwick spend his time while in prison?

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

7. What does Sam say when he is called to the witness stand?

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

9. Why is Mrs. Bardell sent back to London while on her trip?

10. What does Sam say to Tony about Susan while they are in a courtroom, and what is Tony's response to this?

(see the answer keys)

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