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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 10, where does Mr. Markham run into Mr. Lawrence?
(a) On his way to church.
(b) On his way to Wildfell Hall.
(c) On his way to town.
(d) At the local pub.

2. Why does Mr. Markham give Mrs. Graham's son a collar for his dog?
(a) Because he found one that belonged to his sister.
(b) So he can visit the Grahams.
(c) As a birthday present.
(d) Mrs. Graham asks him to.

3. In Chapter 2, why does the boy come to talk to Mr. Markham?
(a) Because Mr. Markham called him over.
(b) Because he needs help.
(c) Because his mother sent him.
(d) Because of his dog.

4. Why does Mr. Markham begin to work so many hours in Chapter 13?
(a) Because he is bored.
(b) Because he is upset.
(c) Because he wants a promotion.
(d) Because he needs the money.

5. What does Mr. Markham tell Mrs. Graham when she is upset in Chapter 12?
(a) That he wants to protect her.
(b) That he is sorry.
(c) That he will hurt whoever is spreading the rumors.
(d) That he thinks she is foolish.

6. Why is Mr. Markham writing a letter to his friend?
(a) To ask for money.
(b) To help him out.
(c) To tell him a story.
(d) To plan a vacation.

7. How does Mr. Markham feel while visiting Mr. Wilson in Chapter 13?
(a) Disappointed.
(b) Pleased.
(c) Confused.
(d) Angry.

8. Where does Helen make a small sketch of Mr. Huntingdon?
(a) On the back of another drawing.
(b) On a napkin.
(c) In the corner of a still-life.
(d) In her diary.

9. When does Chapter 16 take place?
(a) One year earlier.
(b) Six years earlier.
(c) Four years earlier.
(d) Two years earlier.

10. How does Helen react to Mr. Huntingdon's stories in Chapter 24?
(a) She is bored.
(b) She is outraged.
(c) She is confused.
(d) She is entertained.

11. What does Mr. Markham insist his visits and gifts are about in Chapter 8?
(a) Friendship.
(b) Companionship.
(c) Love.
(d) Kindness.

12. What does Mr. Markham hit Mr. Lawrence with in Chapter 14?
(a) A stick.
(b) A whip.
(c) A riding crop.
(d) A book.

13. Who does Mr. Markham walk home with in Chapter 7?
(a) He walks alone.
(b) Eliza.
(c) Mrs. Graham.
(d) Mary.

14. In Chapter 7, why doesn't Mr. Markham carry Mrs. Graham's things for her?
(a) Because someone else asks first.
(b) Because he is too shy to ask.
(c) Because she carries them herself.
(d) Because her son carries them.

15. What does Mrs. Graham refuse in Chapter 3?
(a) Wine.
(b) The best seat.
(c) Scones.
(d) Tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 24, why does Mr. Huntingdon plan a trip to London?

2. How does Mrs. Graham react when Mr. Markham appears in Chapter 6?

3. What does Helen's aunt warn her about marriage?

4. In Chapter 12, why does Mr. Markham return to Wildfell Hall?

5. Why does Mr. Millward say he told Mrs. Graham about the rumors?

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