1. How does the mob react to Margaret's throwing herself in front of Mr. Thornton?
(a) The mob begins to pray for her.
(b) The mob starts to cheer.
(c) The mob goes silent.
(d) The mob laughs very loudly.

2. When the novel opens, who is Edith engaged to?
(a) Professor Barton.
(b) An unnamed reverend.
(c) Master Luke.
(d) Captain Lennox.

3. Why does Margaret throw herself in front of Mr. Thornton?
(a) Because she wants him to run her over.
(b) Because she is in love with him.
(c) Because she tries to protect him.
(d) She doesn't; she just accidentally trips.

4. On what street does Aunt Shaw live?
(a) Fifth Avenue.
(b) An unnamed country road.
(c) Magdalena Avenue.
(d) Harley Street.

5. Who is Mary?
(a) Bessy's sister.
(b) Bessy's mother.
(c) Bessy's daughter.
(d) Bessy's auntie.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the tense argument between Mr. THronton and the Hales during their first dinner together, what does Mr. Hale change the topic to to relieve the tension?

2. Why does the entire Hale household stay up all night after Margaret and Mr. Hale return from the Thorntons' dinner party?

3. Who does Mr. Thornton hire to take over for the striking workers?

4. Who does Dixon NOT have respect for?

5. According to Bessy, who usually gets invitations to the Thornton's house?

(see the answer key)

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