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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. How does Arthur come to think of Little Dorrit during his walk to the Meagles?
(a) As an adopted daughter.
(b) As a potential wife.
(c) As someone he can use for his own personal gain.
(d) As a spoiled little girl.

2. Who is Mrs. General?
(a) A spy Arthur sent along to watch over the Dorrits.
(b) The new baby in the Dorrit family.
(c) Amy's new best friend.
(d) The new governess for the Dorrit family.

3. How do people react to Dorrit's behavior at the Merdles' dinner?
(a) They get so angry that they throw him out on the street.
(b) They just ignore it.
(c) They are shocked.
(d) They find it quite funny, actually.

4. Who do Frederick and Amy bump into in an art gallery?
(a) The Barnacles.
(b) The Gowans.
(c) The Dorrits.
(d) The Arthurs.

5. Where does Dorrit go after his farewell party?
(a) China.
(b) Italy.
(c) America.
(d) Japan.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who hosts a farewell dinner for Mr. Dorrit?

2. What does William admonish Frederick for during one of their walks around the prison yards?

3. Who does Arthur consider courting during his time at the Meagles?

4. What item does John Chivery bring to Dorrit after his farewell dinner?

5. Where does Mr. Dorrit think he is while at dinner with the Merdles?

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