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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 16, what causes a rift in Mr. Slope's relationship with Mrs. Proudie?
(a) The plans for the cathedral.
(b) Her money.
(c) Her friendship with Eleanor.
(d) The wardenship.

2. Who enjoys meeting the signora?
(a) Mrs. Proudie.
(b) Mr. Proudie.
(c) Bertie.
(d) Mr. Slope.

3. Who is meant to run Hiram's Hospital?
(a) A priest.
(b) The King.
(c) A warden.
(d) A nun.

4. Dr. Stanhope and his wife lead what type of lifestyle?
(a) One of parties and wastefulness.
(b) One of luxury and idleness.
(c) One of hard work and dedication.
(d) One of activity and involvement.

5. How are the Thornes tied to Mr. Arabin?
(a) They are going to give him a place to stay.
(b) They are distant cousins.
(c) They own the property where his church is.
(d) They used to know him years ago.

6. In Chapter 26, who meets to discuss the wardenship?
(a) Mr. Slope and Mrs. Quiverful.
(b) Mr. Slope and Mrs. Proudie.
(c) The Proudies and Mr. Slope.
(d) Mr. and Mrs. Proudie.

7. Where is Mr. Slope a tutor?
(a) Yale.
(b) Cambridge.
(c) Harvard.
(d) Oxford.

8. In Chapter 27, why can't Mr. Slope arrange a meeting with Dr. Harding?
(a) He has work in London.
(b) He never gets the invitation.
(c) He is away at Plumstead.
(d) He denies Mr. Slope's invitation.

9. How does Mr. Arabin feel when he stays with the Archdeacon?
(a) Confident and powerful.
(b) Worried and upset.
(c) Intelligent and lucky.
(d) Alone and isolated.

10. How does Eleanor take part in a discussion about Mr. Slope with Mrs. Grantly?
(a) She questions his intentions.
(b) She mocks him.
(c) She criticizes him.
(d) She defends him.

11. Why does Madeleine, "the signora", arrive late in Chapter 10?
(a) To make a scene.
(b) Because she's always running late.
(c) Because she was lost.
(d) To prove her point.

12. What is the Archdeacon's home known as?
(a) Haverfore.
(b) Barchester.
(c) Plumesford.
(d) Plumstead.

13. Why does Mrs. Quiverful visit Mrs. Proudie?
(a) To discuss the wardenship.
(b) To plot against Mr. Slope.
(c) To share some gossip.
(d) To get a recipe.

14. What does the signora say that Mr. Slope must do to prove his love?
(a) Tell Eleanor about her.
(b) Give up his ambitions.
(c) Give the wardenship to Mr. Quiverful.
(d) Challenge the Bishop for his title.

15. How does the Archdeacon feel about the Proudies when he meets them in Chapter 5?
(a) He has no opinion of them.
(b) He is unsure they will succeed.
(c) He disapproves of them.
(d) He approves of them.

Short Answer Questions

1. When it comes to the wardenship, who does the Bishop agree with at the end of Chapter 26?

2. What happens to the Archdeacon's meeting with the Bishop about the wardenship in Chapter 18?

3. Who does Mr. Slope visit in Chapter 8?

4. What does the Archdeacon say will happen if Mr. Slope marries Eleanor?

5. Who becomes warden of Hiram's Hospital?

(see the answer keys)

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