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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 37 - 42.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where has Troy gone in the morning after Bathsheba has given him money in Chapter 41?
(a) Casterbridge.
(b) London.
(c) York.
(d) Norcombe.

2. How much money does Bathsheba give to Joseph Poorgrass in addition to his pay as a gift when she begins managing the farm in Chapter 10?
(a) 5 shillings.
(b) A halfpence.
(c) 10 shillings.
(d) 50 shillings.

3. Where does Gabriel go to seek lodging in the village after putting out the fire in Chapter 7?
(a) Smithwick's Tavern.
(b) Mrs. Beale's Boarding House.
(c) The Casterbridge-Union poorhouse.
(d) Warren's Malthouse.

4. About how old is Mr. Boldwood, according to Mrs. Coggan in Chapter 9?
(a) 50.
(b) 30.
(c) 40.
(d) 20.

5. What is Jacob's last name said to be in Chapter 8?
(a) Marble.
(b) Smallbury.
(c) Wellington.
(d) Binion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What Ancient Greek physician does the author allude to in Chapter 29?

2. What does Sergeant Troy take with him as a token of remembrance of Bathsheba after his sword demonstration in Chapter 28?

3. How many sheep has Gabriel Oak stocked his farm with in the past year, according to the narrator in Chapter 2?

4. What is the title of Chapter 3?

5. In what country is Far from the Madding World set?

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