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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 the Dorrit family decide to take up residence in a huge mansion for several months?
(a) London.
(b) Venice.
(c) England.
(d) Paris.

2. What other characters are with the Dorrits when Book 2 opens?
(a) Blandois.
(b) All of these answers are correct.
(c) Minnie Meagle.
(d) Henry Gowan.

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

4. Who does Edward mention during breakfast with the Dorrits that he spent an evening with in Venice?
(a) Blandois.
(b) Little Dorrit.
(c) Sparkler.
(d) Arthur.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How do people react to Dorrit's behavior at the Merdles' dinner?

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

3. Who is Mrs. General?

4. Who has John Chivery admired for most of his life?

5. Who is John Chivery the son of?

(see the answer key)

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