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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Entering the Lists.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year did the making of the Oxford English Dictionary begin?
(a) 1853.
(b) 1857.
(c) 1847.
(d) 1856.

2. In what century did some Latin-English dictionaries began to appear?
(a) The 16th century.
(b) The 15th century.
(c) The 12th century.
(d) The 14th century.

3. At what age was William sent to the United States?
(a) Twenty-two.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Fourteen.
(d) Nine.

4. With whom was William to live upon arriving in the United States?
(a) His Aunt.
(b) Missionaries.
(c) His cousin.
(d) His uncle.

5. What did the act of sending the rules to Minor symbolize to him?
(a) Forgiveness.
(b) Courtship.
(c) Childhood memories.
(d) Friendliness.

Short Answer Questions

1. Apart from Minor, who struggled to follow the directions they were given?

2. When was the project to create the first Oxford English Dictionary commissioned?

3. What did Judith do professionally?

4. According to the author, in what year did Minor complete his first word list?

5. How old was Lucy when she died?

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