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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator describe Mrs. Thornton's presence when going to dinner at the Hales'?
(a) As drunk.
(b) As shy.
(c) As eager to make new friends.
(d) As loud and obnoxious.

2. How long has Mrs. Thornton been out and a part of society?
(a) Only since her husband ran away with their housemaid.
(b) Not very long.
(c) Since the age of 17.
(d) Her entire life.

3. According to Bessy, what have Nicholas' previous strikes led to?
(a) Nothing.
(b) More problems than they're worth.
(c) Better treatment at the mills.
(d) More money for the family.

4. Who does Mr. Hale ask to tell Mrs. Hale about their move to Milton?
(a) Mr. Lennox.
(b) Edith.
(c) Dixon.
(d) Margaret.

5. Who is Mary?
(a) Bessy's daughter.
(b) Bessy's mother.
(c) Bessy's sister.
(d) Bessy's auntie.

Short Answer Questions

1. During dinner with Mr. Thornton at their home, who admits to not liking the dirty air in Milton?

2. Why does Mr. Thornton claim to need to visit Margaret after the incident with the striking workers at his home?

3. When the novel opens, where does the Hale family live?

4. When the novel opens, who is Edith engaged to?

5. Who is Mr. Bell?

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