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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Act 2, Scenes 4-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Mrs. Nickleby asks Kate whether she has anything to say to her uncle, what does Kate say?
(a) She does, but insists upon saying it in private.
(b) She angrily storms out of the room.
(c) She quietly thanks him.
(d) She has nothing to say.

2. Back in London, Newman Noggs arrives at Miss LaCreevy's to take Mrs. Nickleby and Kate where?
(a) Paris.
(b) Their new home.
(c) See Nicholas.
(d) Kate's new job.

3. What does Mr. Lillyvick do when Mr. Kenwigs desperately pleads with him to stay?
(a) He asks for a favor of Mr. Kenwigs.
(b) He decides to stay.
(c) He cannot make up his mind.
(d) He leaves.

4. Why does Nicholas defend his employer to Fanny, Tilda and John?
(a) Out of loyalty.
(b) Out of care for his job.
(c) Out of interest in Fanny.
(d) Out of care for his employer.

5. What does the owner of the shop promise Kate?
(a) A place to sleep.
(b) A good salary.
(c) A long work day.
(d) An easy job.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does this woman ask for Kate?

2. As Mrs. Nickleby appears, Ralph announces that he has found a position for Kate working for whom?

3. Nicholas returns despondently to Noggs' rooms. What does Noggs have for him?

4. As Kate poses for Miss LaCreevy, what do they discuss?

5. What do the boys do when they see this scene?

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