The Old Curiosity Shop - Chapters 17-20 Quiz

What does Kit do with the shilling Mr. Garland gave him previously?

Question Answer Choices He saves it for later use. He spends it on food. He gives it to his mother. He comes back to work out the rest of the shilling.

What does Nell do to make money at the races?

Question Answer Choices She gathers flowers and makes nosegays to sell to the crowds. She begs for money from the crowds. She sells tickets to the races. She performs a Punch and Judy show.

Where do Nell and her grandfather find accommodations on their way to the races?

Question Answer Choices At the Jolly Sandboys At Mr. Garland's house At the Notary's office At the Old Curiosity Shop

What does Kit's mother tell him about Nell's disappearance?

Question Answer Choices She believes they went to a nearby town. She says they were seen with Mr. Garland. She thinks they are hiding in the city. She heard a rumor that they were seen boarding a ship.

What does Kit do when he hears about Nell's disappearance?

Question Answer Choices He contacts the police. He writes letters to her. He searches the city for her. He continues to go by The Old Curiosity Shop, worrying about her.

What does Nell do when she first wakes up in the morning?

Question Answer Choices She goes out to visit the graveyard. She prepares breakfast for her grandfather. She talks to Mr. Codlin. She reads a book.

Who does Nell meet in the graveyard that asks her to read an engraving?

Question Answer Choices An old woman who is the dead man's wife A priest who works at the church A young girl looking for her parents A man searching for his lost brother

What does Mr. Codlin worry about when they encounter many other performers on their way to the races?

Question Answer Choices They will not make enough money. They will not find a place to perform. There will be no accommodations for them. The performances will be delayed.

Why does Mr. Codlin advise Nell to stay close to him?

Question Answer Choices He thinks she will get lost in the crowd. He believes she will make more money if she stays with him. He wants her to help him with his performances. He claims to be her friend and warns her to beware of Short.

What does Mr. Garland do when Kit returns to the Notary's office?

Question Answer Choices He scolds Kit for leaving. He asks Kit questions about himself and writes them down in his notebook. He gives Kit a new job. He tells Kit about Nell's whereabouts.