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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Charley and Dodger take from Oliver when he is brought back to Fagin's house?

2. Who does Nancy pretend Oliver is when she sees him on the street?

3. Why is Oliver so afraid of going to Bill's house?

4. How many men chase after Bill and Toby after the attempted robbery?

5. What is Oliver given on the day of the big robbery?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where do Mr. and Mrs. Bumble end up at the end of the book?

2. Where is Oliver's mother found before she gives birth, and what is her condition?

3. Why does Mr. Brownlow leave so suddenly for the West Indies?

4. What does Rose say is the only way she will agree to marry Harry, and why does she feel this way?

5. What do Rose and the others decide to do about the news that Nancy has brought them?

6. How does Oliver feel about what he witnesses on the day of Fagin's hanging?

7. What condition is given in Oliver's father's will about his son receiving an inheritance?

8. What does Oliver do at the regular workhouse that gets him in trouble?

9. How does Bill try to hide the evidence of his murder?

10. What information does Mr. Brownlow need from Fagin before Fagin is hung?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Betrayal is a theme introduced at the very beginning of this book. How does the constant stream of betrayal affect the outcome of the plot, and which characters are most affected by it?

Essay Topic 2

Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why are they so important to the characters involved?

Essay Topic 3

Choosing sides is a theme that is presented in this play. What are some examples of this theme, and how do they affect the characters involved?

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