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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what creature is Silas Marner compared in Chapter 2?
(a) A spinning insect.
(b) A spindly spider.
(c) A grumpy cow.
(d) An angry rat.

2. Why does Silas Marner suspect Jem Rodney of stealing his gold?
(a) He has visited Silas Marner often.
(b) He is a known poacher and disreputable.
(c) He heard Jem planning to take the gold.
(d) He saw Jem sneaking around his house.

3. What does the landlord first have Silas Marner do after he arrives at the Rainbow?
(a) Declare who he thinks stole his gold.
(b) Get the constable.
(c) Tell his whole story with every detail.
(d) Take off his wet coat and sit by the fire.

4. Why does Dunsey knock on Silas Marner’s door loudly?
(a) He wants to frighten Silas Marner with his sudden arrival.
(b) He thinks Silas Marner is hard of hearing.
(c) He hears something coming behind him.
(d) He is afraid Silas Marner is not home.

5. How long before the story begins had Silas Marner arrived at Raveloe?
(a) 15 years.
(b) 16 years.
(c) 5 years.
(d) He had lived there his entire life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Silas Marner decide to do after returning from the village and while waiting for his supper to cook?

2. What was the name of Silas Marner’s fiancé in Lantern Yard?

3. How long has Godfrey wooed Nancy Lammeter?

4. Who attempts to mediate the conversation at the Rainbow?

5. What item is discovered near Silas’ cottage that is seen as a clue to the robbery?

(see the answer key)

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