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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Bertie supposed to propose to Eleanor?
(a) Because of a dare.
(b) Because he wants to save her.
(c) Because of his love.
(d) Because of his debt.

2. What surprises Mrs. Quiverful about the Archdeacon when they meet in Chapter 50?
(a) He slaps her.
(b) He doesn't know the news about Eleanor's engagement.
(c) He speaks ill of the Bishop.
(d) He is kind to her.

3. How is Mr. Arabin's new job as Dean toasted?
(a) With bumpers of claret.
(b) With a quiet dinner.
(c) With a trip to Plumstead.
(d) With champagne.

4. Who is invited to the Thorne's party in Chapter 35?
(a) The Bishop and his friends.
(b) Only members of the clergy.
(c) The upper class and their tenants.
(d) The Thorne's neighbors.

5. How many possible candidates for the deanery does the Prime Minister consider?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes Mr. Arabin angry at the Thorne's party?

2. Where does Bertie leave for?

3. Who does Mr. Slope discuss the position of Dean of Barchester Cathedral with in Chapter 32?

4. Why does Mr. Slope quickly return to town at the end of Chapter 40?

5. Why are the tenant farmers angry with the Lookalofts?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 45, why do Bertie and his father argue and what is the result?

2. What does the Archdeacon convince Dr. Harding to do in Chapter 47?

3. When the Archdeacon runs into Mrs. Quiverful in Chapter 50, what does he say to her?

4. What happens when Mr. Arabin tells Mrs. Grantly about his engagement?

5. What happens in Chapter 39 when the Lookalofts join the upper class party?

6. What does the game of quintain mean to the Thornes?

7. How do the Lookalofts go against the wishes of the Thornes at their party?

8. How does the wardenship appointment affect Dr. Gwynne?

9. What things does Mr. Arabin do when he goes to London in Chapter 34?

10. Why does Charlotte suggest Bertie as a good person to defend Eleanor's honor?

(see the answer keys)

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