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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. Why does Pancks have more difficulty than normal in collecting rents?
(a) Because no one respects him anymore.
(b) Because the country is going through a recession and no one has any funds.
(c) Because people have learned they can take advantage of him.
(d) Because people know that Merdle does not really need the money.

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

3. With whom does Dorrit like to go exploring?
(a) Herself.
(b) Her sister.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her brother.

4. Who does Dorrit ask to advise him regarding his money?
(a) Merdle.
(b) Arthur, because he knows he's honest.
(c) Daniel.
(d) Pancks.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of marriage did Mrs. Clennam have with her husband before he died?

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

3. Where are Miss Wade, Tattycoram, and Flora all living when Arthur goes to see Tattycoram?

4. Why is Mr. Dorrit interested in building connected with Sparkler?

5. What makes Mrs. Clennam finally leave the house?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does John Baptist Cavalletto tell Pancks and the Plornish family about why he is acting funny?

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

3. What does Franny's marriage allow Dorrit entrance to?

4. What does Little Dorrit do for Arthur while he is in debtors' prison?

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

6. Why does Miss Wade take Tattycoram in?

7. What kind of background is revealed about Miss Wade through the papers she gives Arthur?

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

9. Why is Flora's introduction of herself to Mr. Dorrit embarrassing?

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

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