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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. Where does Arthur meet Mr. Pancks for the first time?
(a) At his mother's house.
(b) On his way to visit Flora.
(c) While visiting Flora.
(d) On his way home from visiting Flora.

2. What is Blandois's real name?
(a) Franklin.
(b) Rigaud.
(c) Arthur.
(d) Jeremiah.

3. What has Monsieur Rigaud been charged with in prison?
(a) Stealing some bread.
(b) Stealing a famous painting.
(c) Kidnapping a princess.
(d) Murdering his wife.

4. Who does Mrs. Flintwich dream about in Chapter XV (Book 1)?
(a) Arthur and Amy.
(b) Her deceased husband.
(c) Mr. Flintwinch and Mrs. Clennam.
(d) Her deceased parents.

5. What will happen to Henry's debts as a result of his marriage to Minnie?
(a) He must repay them before the marriage can take place.
(b) They will disappear because of laws during the time.
(c) They will be paid.
(d) They will be condemned to poverty until he can pay the loans back.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which two characters end up living together?

2. How do Henry and Minnie depart from their wedding?

3. What person does Amy agree to allow Arthur to set free (through paying off his debts)?

4. Who asks Arthur about hiring Little Dorrit?

5. What piece of jewelry of Franny's does Amy comment on during a visit?

Short Essay Questions

1. What role does Amy play in her family?

2. What does Arthur ask Meagle to suggest to Daniel after they have all dined together at the Meagles for the first time?

3. What reaction does Amy have to her father's reaction to seeing her walking with Nandy?

4. What is Mrs. Flintwinch's dream about in Chapter XV (Book 1)?

5. What does Arthur decide to do when he sees a man being taken to the hospital after walking with Pancks for the first time?

6. How is the character of Blandois introduced?

7. What is the purpose of the Circumlocution Office?

8. Why does Amy refuse Arthur's offer to pay off her father's debts?

9. What allows Arthur to get away once Flora starts talking about rekindling their relationship?

10. Why does Arthur not want to join the family business?

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