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Oscar and Lucinda | Quiz

Peter Carey
This Study Guide consists of approximately 120 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Oscar and Lucinda.

Oscar and Lucinda | Quiz

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1)

What does Dennis tell Lucinda is lacking in his life? (from Chapters 31 - 40)

Pets.
A change in his routine.
Sleep.
Deep passion.
2)

When did Kumbaingiri Billy's aunt become a Christian? (from Chapters 101 - 111)

After Oscar died.
The day the church was finished being built.
Before she ever met Oscar.
When she met Dennis.
3)

Where does Oscar go to live after graduating from Oriel? (from Chapters 41 - 50)

Notting Hill.
Hennacombe.
South Hampshire.
Putney.
4)

What is the name of the hotel where Lucinda stays in Sydney? (from Chapters 31 - 40)

The Coat and Arms.
Gertrude's Hotel.
The Whimsical B&B.
Petty's Hotel.
5)

What does Lucinda think of George Eliot? (from Chapters 41 - 50)

She enjoys talking with her about glass.
She enjoys her company.
She is a snob.
She loves her.
6)

What does the steward do when he comes to deliver Lucinda's tea and sees Lucinda's lure? (from Chapters 51 - 60)

Walks boldly up to the lure and examines it.
Averts his eyes and wishes her a good night.
Asks Lucinda if he can borrow it.
Sits down at the table.
7)

What does Oscar offer to the locals in Bellingen Heads so he can beat them at cards? (from Chapters 101 - 111)

More whiskey.
Mr. Smith's horse.
His favorite ring.
Lucinda's cash bonus.
8)

What does Oscar put over his head and shoulders as he sits inside the glass church as it is being towed up the river? (from Chapters 101 - 111)

Towel.
Blanket.
Jacket.
Mesquito net.
9)

Before heading up to Lucinda's stateroom, Oscar goes to his room to retrieve his: (from Chapters 51 - 60)

Cards.
Book.
Sweater.
Caul.
10)

What occupation does Oscar have after graduating from Oriel? (from Chapters 41 - 50)

Bookstore clerk.
Accountant.
School teacher.
Lawyer.
11)

What does Lucinda call Mr. Ahearn when he visits that makes him blush? (from Chapters 71 - 80)

Kind.
Her long lost friend.
Handsome.
Uncle.
12)

What does Lucinda do after Oscar wakes up from his faint in her stateroom? (from Chapters 51 - 60)

Calls two stewards to bring him to his room.
Keeps him there until he is able to walk by himself.
Help him walk to his room.
Calls Mr. Smith to help her.
13)

Who is Melody Clutterbuck? (from Chapters 41 - 50)

Mentor to Oscar.
Wardlely-Fish's fiancee.
Stratton's sister.
Theophilus' niece.
14)

What does Mrs. d'Abbs press into Oscar's hand when he and Lucinda leave her house after arguing with her husband? (from Chapters 81 - 90)

Orange.
Letter.
Flower.
Banana.
15)

Who is Tom Wilson? (from Chapters 31 - 40)

Lucinda's cousin.
Lucinda's boyfriend.
Harvey Figg's assistant.
Dennis' friend.
16)

Why can't Lucinda hire any maids in Chapter 73? (from Chapters 71 - 80)

They all know that Oscar is living with Lucinda.
There is a shortage in the city.
No one works hard enough for her.
She does not have enough money.
17)

What does Mr. d'Abbs tell Lucinda that Jeffris loves? (from Chapters 81 - 90)

Danger.
Target practice.
Being popular.
Drinking.
18)

What game is Lucinda playing when she sees Oscar in Chapter 64? (from Chapters 61 - 70)

Five Card Draw.
Poker.
Pak-Ah-Pu.
Checkers.
19)

How many days is Wardley-Fish imprisoned in Sydney? (from Chapters 91 - 100)

Thirty.
Two.
Twenty.
Fifty.
20)

What does Mr. Smith tell Oscar about his killing Mr. Jeffris? (from Chapters 101 - 111)

He will feel guilty forever.
God will forgive him.
God will punish him.
He was so nervous.
21)

What does the head steward announce at dinner is on view on the above deck in Chapter 52? (from Chapters 51 - 60)

A statute.
Dance group.
Choral group.
Phosphorescence.
22)

What does Mr. Judd want to be able to do during services? (from Chapters 61 - 70)

Sing Handel's Messiah.
Light the candles.
Collect the offerings.
Hand out programs.
23)

What card game do Oscar and Lucinda first play in her stateroom? (from Chapters 51 - 60)

Gin Rummy.
Fish.
Poker.
Hearts.
24)

What does Lucinda hurl at the wall when she becomes frustrated by Oscar? (from Chapters 71 - 80)

Wine Glass.
Purse.
Tea cup.
Clock.
25)

What does Lucinda enjoy playing at Mr. d'Abbs house? (from Chapters 31 - 40)

Cards.
Piano duets.
Charades.
Violin sonatas.
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