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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 25 | Chapter 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What rash and regretful decision does Henchard make at Donald's celebration?
(a) Henchard denounces everyone for paying a fee rather than attending his free celebration.
(b) Henchard drinks for the first time since his oath.
(c) Henchard terminates Farfrae's employment.
(d) Henchard grabs his wife and daughter and leaves vehemently.

2. What do the boys of Casterbridge nickname Susan?
(a) The Plain Genteel.
(b) The Ghost.
(c) The Simpleton.
(d) The Cottage Woman.

3. What is the relationship like between Susan and Michael?
(a) Resentful from both sides.
(b) Loving from Susan to Michael, but Michael detests Susan.
(c) Indifferent since they are an arranged marriage.
(d) Happy and content.

4. What are Michael's first words when he sees Susan after so many years?
(a) "I'm sorry."
(b) "I love you."
(c) "I looked for you."
(d) "I don't drink."

5. What does Lucetta request from Henchard?
(a) A meeting with her letters.
(b) An extramarital affair.
(c) Immediate marriage.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Susan know Michael Henchard is in Casterbridge?

2. What inspires Michael to finally ask Lucetta to marry him?

3. What change is observed in Michael's behavior toward Donald when Donald becomes more popular?

4. What does Farfrae do at the hiring market?

5. Where is the first place Michael heads to when he wakes up in the morning in the furmity tent?

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