David Copperfield | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Chapter 1 | Chapter 2 | Chapter 3

1. How long after his father's death is David born?

Six months.

2. What about David's birth offends his great aunt, Miss Betsey Trotwood?

The fact that he is not a girl.

3. Who begins to court David's mother?

Mr. Murdstone.

4. What does Peggotty object to?

Mr. Murdstone courting David's mother.

5. Why does David go to Yarmouth?

To visit Peggotty's family.

6. What happens while David is in Yarmouth with Peggotty?

His mother marries Mr. Murdstone.

Chapter 4 | Chapter 5 | Chapter 6

1. What kind of stepfather is Mr. Murdstone?

Strict.

2. Who comes to stay with David's family?

Miss Murdstone, Mr. Murdstone's sister.

3. What boarding school does David attend in London?

Salem House.

4. Why does David find the London school closed?

Holiday period.

5. How does Mr. Creakle run the school?

By inspiring fear...
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