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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, The Big Dictionary Conceived.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What climate is the island of Ceylon?
(a) Koppen.
(b) Snowy.
(c) Desert.
(d) Tropical.

2. What kind of work did the Minors do in Ceylon?
(a) Coffee plantation.
(b) Coconut farming.
(c) Tea plantation.
(d) Missionary.

3. What was the name of Eastman Minor's second wife?
(a) Judith.
(b) Elizabeth.
(c) Scarlett.
(d) Jenny.

4. On what notable holiday did the making of the Oxford English Dictionary begin?
(a) Guy Fawke's Day.
(b) Christmas Day.
(c) May Day.
(d) The Queen's Birthday.

5. For what purpose was Murray asked to go to Oxford?
(a) To speak with the president of Oxford University.
(b) To speak with the residents of Oxford.
(c) To speak to the Oxford Publishing delegates.
(d) To speak with the dean of Oxford University.

Short Answer Questions

1. What two words did the author use to describe the Minor family's beliefs?

2. What did Mr. Trench argue about the major dictionaries available at the time?

3. Who took over Furnivall's place as editor of the Oxford English Dictionary?

4. How old was the man who killed Merrett?

5. Merrett's killer was from ______________.

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