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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Act 1, Scenes 15-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Nicholas leaves, how does Lillyvick describe him?
(a) As a maniac.
(b) As aristocratic.
(c) As a poor man.
(d) As a imbecile.

2. 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 leaves.
(d) He cannot make up his mind.

3. Back at Dotheboys, what is Squeers doing to Smike?
(a) Whipping him.
(b) Teasing him.
(c) Torturing him.
(d) Calling for him.

4. By what is this man distracted?
(a) A theater performance.
(b) A letter from Fanny.
(c) A delegation from his political district.
(d) His fear of the world.

5. What does Mrs. Kenwigs suggest that Miss Petowker do for everyone?
(a) Leave.
(b) Perform.
(c) Make dinner.
(d) Pass out dessert.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kate ask Ralph?

2. How does Ralph react when Kate begins to cry out of gratitude and relief?

3. How do Kate and Mrs. Nickleby react when Ralph confronts them with the information contained in Fanny's letter?

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

5. As Kate arrives what are the owners of the shop doing?

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