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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. In Chapter XIX, why is Dorrit not greeted by Amy when he arrives home?
(a) He is surprising her on purpose.
(b) She has fallen and broken her ankle quite badly.
(c) He wasn't expected until the next day.
(d) She is mad at him.

2. What does William admonish Frederick for during one of their walks around the prison yards?
(a) Not making enough money.
(b) Not taking better care of himself.
(c) Always feeling a need to be competitive with everyone else.
(d) Not being handsome enough.

3. What event of Mrs. Merdle's does Amy inform her father they have been invited to once he returns home?
(a) Mrs. Merdle's wedding.
(b) Mrs. Merdle's renewal of her vows with her husband.
(c) Mrs. Merdle's farewell dinner.
(d) Mrs. Merdle's graduation ceremony.

4. How long is Dorrit acting funny until he dies?
(a) 10 months.
(b) 10 minutes.
(c) 10 hours.
(d) 10 days.

5. Who does Dorrit find Amy with when he arrives home in Chapter XIX?
(a) His brother.
(b) Her secret lover.
(c) A new puppy.
(d) Arthur.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the Dorrit family decide to take up residence in a huge mansion for several months?

2. How does Arthur come to think of Little Dorrit during his walk to the Meagles?

3. What does Arthur think of Henry upon their first meeting?

4. Who is Henry a beneficiary of?

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

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