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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Cavalletto do that makes Arthur think he may know Blandois?
(a) Whistle a tune Blandois used to whistle.
(b) Nothing; Arthur just takes a lucky guess.
(c) Pull out Blandois's wallet.
(d) Mention him directly in conversation.

3. What kind of wedding do Fanny and Sparkler have?
(a) A modest one.
(b) A secret one.
(c) One inside of an ice-skating rink.
(d) A spectacular one.

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

5. What does Lion do in Henry's studio?
(a) Uses it as a litter box.
(b) Lunges at Blandois.
(c) Leaves his feathers all over the place.
(d) Eats all the paints.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Amy tell Franny she should not get married?

2. Who comes to visit Mr. Dorrit soon after he returns to London?

3. How is Dorrit behaving when he returns to see Amy after being in London?

4. Who does Dorrit find Amy with when he arrives home in Chapter XIX?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Little Dorrit report to Arthur about Minnie's marriage?

2. How does Dorrit feel about his new position of power in London society?

3. What is the story behind Arthur's birth?

4. What does Minnie assume has happened to her dog?

5. How does Amy feel about her life once her sister marries?

6. What does Mrs. Clennam request of Little Dorrit when she goes to find her at the debtors' prison?

7. Why does Henry insist on his friendship and connection with Blandois?

8. Why is Dorrit so mortified to be seen with John Chivery?

9. What does Merdle do during his visit with Fanny and Sparkler shortly before he dies?

10. How does Arthur respond to Pancks announcement that he has invested some money in Mr. Merdle's company?

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