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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XXI-XXV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Margaret think is the first sign of illness in her mother?
(a) Her confusion.
(b) Her red cheeks.
(c) The blisters that develop on her hands.
(d) Her terrible headaches.

2. Who is Mr. Bell?
(a) The newspaper delivery man.
(b) The man Margaret is in love with when the novel opens.
(c) A nosy neighbor.
(d) An old friend of Mr. Hale.

3. Who is Mr. Thornton?
(a) The town reverend.
(b) The owner of the local mill.
(c) A weird guy who just wanders around town.
(d) Margaret's new private tutor.

4. What did Mr. Hale expect Margaret to do when Mr. Thornton told his life story during dinner?
(a) Burst into tears.
(b) Accuse him of being a liar.
(c) Roll her eyes.
(d) Leave the room.

5. What does Mr. Hale think his wife needs to deal with her illness?
(a) Another servant.
(b) A priest.
(c) A trip to Paris.
(d) Holy water.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Mrs. Thornton been out and a part of society?

2. Where do the Hales stop for a few days on their way to Milton?

3. According to Bessy, what have Nicholas' previous strikes led to?

4. Who does Mr. Thornton hire to take over for the striking workers?

5. How does the narrator describe Mrs. Thornton's presence when going to dinner at the Hales'?

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