Oliver Twist

Oliver Twist

by

Charles Dickens

Oliver Twist: Chapter 14 Quiz 7 questions

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After Oliver's fainting fit, what action does Mr. Brownlow take regarding the portrait of the mysterious woman?
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Mr. Brownlow decides to sell the portrait, believing it has no significance to Oliver
Mr. Brownlow gifts the portrait to Oliver, hoping it will provide comfort
Mr. Brownlow removes the portrait from the parlor, preventing further upset in Oliver
Mr. Brownlow hides the portrait, fearing that Oliver might recognize the woman
What activities do Oliver and Mrs. Bedwin engage in during his recovery period at Mr. Brownlow's house?
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They enjoy peaceful activities like playing cards and sharing stories
They engage in rigorous physical training to help Oliver recover his strength
They plot together about how to retrieve the portrait and uncover its secrets
They focus on teaching Oliver how to defend himself against future threats
What does Oliver express interest in during his conversation with Mr. Brownlow in Brownlow's study?
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Brownlow's books
Learning a new trade
The portrait of the woman
Finding his birth family
What broader societal perspective does Mr. Grimwig's character represent?
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He embodies the empathy and Christian charity that was widespread in Victorian society
He symbolizes 19th-century society's obsession with industry and technological progress
He represents upper-class people's skepticism and negative stereotypes of the poor
He illustrates the Victorian emphasis on good manners and gentlemanly behavior
Why is Mr. Grimwig's interruption of Oliver's conversation with Mr. Brownlow significant?
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The delay allows Oliver to better prepare his story and possibly avoid revealing incriminating details
The interruption prevents Brownlow from learning crucial details about Oliver's background
The interruption gives Grimwig the opportunity to turn Oliver against Mr. Brownlow
The delay ensures that Oliver remains under Brownlow's care for a longer period
What suspicion does Mr. Grimwig express about Oliver, and what plan does he suggest to Mr. Brownlow?
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Grimwig suspects Oliver is planning to steal from Brownlow and suggests setting a trap to catch him in the act
Grimwig believes Oliver is a con-man and convinces Brownlow to test him by sending him on an errand that involves money
Grimwig thinks Oliver is secretly communicating with criminals and recommends that Brownlow monitor his movements
Grimwig suspects Oliver of lying about his past and suggests that Brownlow should interrogate him
What aspect of Oliver's character is demonstrated by his agreement to Mr. Brownlow's request?
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His cunning
His gullibility
His opportunistic nature
His helpfulness