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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book the Second, Chapters XVII - XIX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Mr. Dorrit think he is while at dinner with the Merdles?
(a) America.
(b) A dollhouse.
(c) On a train.
(d) He doesn't know.

2. What does Arthur think of Henry upon their first meeting?
(a) He thinks he looks strangely familiar.
(b) He finds him boring but not likable or unlikable.
(c) He feels an instant connection to him.
(d) He does not like him.

3. Now that they are very wealthy, what does the Dorrit family decide about Arthur.
(a) That he should be paid generously for their help.
(b) That he cannot be part of their lives.
(c) That he should be adopted as one of their own.
(d) That he should be killed.

4. Who is John Chivery the son of?
(a) A prison guard.
(b) A famous actor.
(c) A famous actress.
(d) The mayor.

5. What is the relationship between William and Frederick?
(a) They are cousins.
(b) They are brothers-in-law.
(c) Father/son.
(d) They are brothers.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Henry Gowan?

2. Where is the Dorrit family vacationing when Book 2 opens?

3. How does Fanny respond to Frederick's scolding about how she treats Amy?

4. What other characters are with the Dorrits when Book 2 opens?

5. Who does Arthur run into during his walk to the Meagles?

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