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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 | Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What surprises Henchard the most about Farfrae?
(a) That Farfrae is going to America to harvest wheat.
(b) The Scotchman wants a third of his business if he is to be hired.
(c) That the Scotchman is willing to correct the wheat problem for free.
(d) That a stranger is willing to help without pay.

2. What age is Elizabeth Jane when she and her mother search for Michael Henchard?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Eighteen.
(c) Seventeen.
(d) Twenty-one.

3. How is Casterbridge best described?
(a) Modern and cosmopolitan.
(b) An honest city.
(c) Old-fashioned and agricultural.
(d) A suburb of little importance.

4. How do you describe Henchard's disposition towards strangers?
(a) Rude and contemptuous.
(b) Charming and cordial.
(c) Bland and disinterested.
(d) Festive and hearty.

5. Where does Susan and her daughter first see Michael Henchard?
(a) At the Three Mariners.
(b) At a local bakery.
(c) At the King's Arms.
(d) Just outside the King's Arms looking in.

Short Answer Questions

1. What surprises Elizabeth when she goes to see Henchard?

2. Weydon Priors can be described as ...

3. What is Elizabeth's manner when she first sees Farfrae in his room?

4. What does Michael decide to do when he discovers his wife emigrates?

5. What does Farfrae do that wins the inn patrons over?

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