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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do the Meagles live?
(a) Oxford.
(b) Birmingham.
(c) Shippencam.
(d) Twickenham.

2. How do Fanny and Mrs. Merdle react to each other when they see each other abroad?
(a) They spit on each other.
(b) They decide the past is best forgotten.
(c) They pretend to be best friends.
(d) They get into an instant fight.

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. How old was Maggy when she first got sick?
(a) 30.
(b) 5.
(c) 10.
(d) 20.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the Barnacles stay when they come for Henry and Minnie's wedding?

2. What is Merdle rumored to become shortly before his death?

3. What profession is Henry going to attempt after his marriage?

4. How does Dorrit treat John Chivery when he sees him waiting after his farewell dinner?

5. How long is Dorrit acting funny until he dies?

(see the answer key)

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