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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Melody Clutterbuck?
(a) Theophilus' niece.
(b) Wardlely-Fish's fiancee.
(c) Stratton's sister.
(d) Mentor to Oscar.

2. What does superstition say about a caul?
(a) It is a bad luck charm.
(b) It protects against drowning.
(c) Adults should not use it for fear of disease.
(d) It brings good luck to babies.

3. What does Oscar do when his father gives him the scientific name for his new grey "tor" stone in Chapter 10?
(a) Laughs.
(b) Bursts into tears.
(c) Says thank you.
(d) Asks more questions.

4. What is the name of the church that the narrator and his family go to each Sunday?
(a) St. Mary's.
(b) St. John's.
(c) Three River Church.
(d) Assumption Church.

5. What does the willow pattern on the Stratton's china look like to Oscar?
(a) Pagan symbols.
(b) Letters from the alphabet.
(c) Snakes.
(d) A beautiful drawing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What excuse does Lucinda give Dennis when she tells him she must leave before their celebratory dinner in Chapter 40?

2. What does Lucinda enjoy playing at Mr. d'Abbs house?

3. What is the name of Theophilus' book?

4. What is Lucinda's state of mind when she first arrives on the ship?

5. What does Theophilus ask Mrs. Williams to do after Oscar runs away?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Theophilus check Oscar's lungs every morning?

2. Describe Theophilus' penchant for naming everything.

3. Why did Lucinda spend a year in London?

4. Is Elizabeth Leplastrier well-liked by the people of New South Wales?

5. Is the narrator's mother dedicated to the Church of St. John's?

6. Why is Mrs. Cousins perturbed by Lucinda's style of dress when she lives at her boarding house?

7. How does Oscar feel about his father when he comes to visit him at the Stratton's home?

8. Describe Oscar's view of gambling.

9. Why did Oscar inscribe symbols along the footpath?

10. Is Lucinda passionate about glass?

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