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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17 | Chapter 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do you describe Henchard's disposition towards strangers?
(a) Charming and cordial.
(b) Festive and hearty.
(c) Rude and contemptuous.
(d) Bland and disinterested.

2. What are Farfrae's plans when he arrives in Casterbridge?
(a) To spread the word of how lovely his country is to the world.
(b) To sell his wheat processing invention.
(c) To apply for the manager's position with the mayor.
(d) To move on to Bristol and then to America.

3. How does Elizabeth receive her new home and money?
(a) She uses it to gain status around town.
(b) She feels out of place in the big house.
(c) She enjoys the freedom.
(d) She abides by the saying, "Take, have, and keep."

4. What does Farfrae do that wins the inn patrons over?
(a) He fixes the bad wheat problem.
(b) He orates classic poetry with artistic drama.
(c) He buys a round for everyone in the common room.
(d) He sings a melody about his home country.

5. What is Jopp's reaction to Henchard's curt behavior?
(a) Disappointed, but understands business is business.
(b) Angry and bitterly disappointed.
(c) Unaffected.
(d) Sensitively hurt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes Elizabeth believe Donald is not interested in wooing her?

2. What age is Elizabeth Jane when she and her mother search for Michael Henchard?

3. What do the boys of Casterbridge nickname Susan?

4. What is Farfrae's initial impression of Elizabeth Jane?

5. How does Henchard's demeanor toward Elizabeth change when he hears Susan is alive?

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