Bleak House

Bleak House

by

Charles Dickens

Bleak House: Chapter 34 Quiz 8 questions

Test your knowledge of Chapter 34. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What is the letter that George receives from Mr. Smallwood?
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The letter is a demand for a full repayment of George's debt
The letter is an apology for threatening George with mysterious figures
The letter is a warning that George will soon receive a court summons
The letter is a demand that George immediately sell his shooting gallery
Why do Mr. and Mrs. Bagnet visit George at the shooting gallery?
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To demand immediate repayment of the debt George owes them
To celebrate the successful repayment of George's debt
To inform George that they can no longer support him financially
To sign the security on George's debt because it is due for renewal
How does George view his relationship with the Bagnets concerning his debt?
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He views them as a safety net he can always rely on without worry
He feels guilty for involving them and seeks to resolve the debt independently
He believes the Bagnets are responsible for his financial mismanagement
He expects the Bagnets to handle the situation and pay off his debt
How does Mr. Smallweed view his interaction with George?
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He views it as an unfortunate misunderstanding that needs to be resolved
He sees it as a friendly negotiation between equals
He believes he has outsmarted George and enjoys having the upper hand
He is indifferent to the outcome and focuses only on legal formalities
Why does George not turn around as Mrs. Rouncewell exits Mr. Tulkinghorn’s chamber?
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He is too angry to acknowledge anyone
He is deeply ashamed of his financial situation
He does not recognize Mrs. Rouncewell
He is waiting for Mr. Tulkinghorn to call him
Why is George unhappy about trading Captain Hawdon’s handwriting?
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He believes it will not be enough to satisfy Mr. Tulkinghorn
He feels he is betraying Mr. Tulkinghorn's trust
He is worried about the legal consequences for himself
He hates to be disloyal to his friends
What is the outcome of George's offer to Mr. Tulkinghorn?
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Mr. Tulkinghorn refuses the offer and demands immediate payment
Mr. Tulkinghorn agrees to give him a document freeing Mr. Bagnet from all debt obligations
Mr. Tulkinghorn takes the letter but arrests George for fraud
Mr. Tulkinghorn ignores the offer and expels George and Mr. Bagnet from his office
What does George's advice to Woolwich imply about his character?
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He regrets not being more independent in his youth
He values honor and loyalty above his own well-being
He wishes he had been more successful in life
He is trying to distance himself from the Bagnets