1. What is Philip's main drawback, from Tom's point of view?
(a) He already learns most of what Tom is studying.
(b) He is the son of Tom's father's enemy, Mr. Wakem.
(c) He does not care for fishing.
(d) He is not a pleasant person to spend time with.

2. What words does the narrator use to describe what she calls "the mental condition of these emmet-like Dodsons and Tullivers"?
(a) Oppressive narrowness.
(b) Foolish nonsense.
(c) Tempestuous flow of emotions.
(d) Self-righteous indignation.

3. Why is Maggie admitted to society and invited to social events that are thought to be above her station?
(a) Lucy and Stephen want her to be included, so others include her.
(b) Maggie's mother takes it upon herself to make sure that Maggie is included.
(c) Maggie is assertive about making sure that she is included.
(d) Lucy personally asks her friends to invite Maggie to events.

4. What does Mr. Tulliver force Tom to write on his own behalf in the Bible?
(a) That Tom takes care of the mill for as long as he lives.
(b) That Tom finds some other business to go into that is not as heartbreaking.
(c) That Tom exacts some revenge on Wakem, if he has the chance.
(d) That Tom takes care of his mother and sister as long as he lives.

5. What does Mr. Tulliver feel is his strongest reason for staying and working at the mill?
(a) His wife asks him to.
(b) He has no other job.
(c) He lives there all his life and loves it.
(d) He hopes to pay off his debts.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the narrator say is the most accurate depiction of the religion of the Tullivers and the other people who live in the village of St. Ogg's?

2. How does Philip manage to get Tom excited about learning?

3. How do Maggie and Stephen react to their growing interest in each other?

4. Why does Philip begin to play the piano badly?

5. Why is Mr. Tulliver in such a bad mood at Christmas?

(see the answer key)

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