The Old Curiosity Shop - Chapters 6-8 Quiz

What does Quilp suggest Nell could become in a few years?

Question Answer Choices A famous singer. The second Mrs. Quilp. His business partner. A rich lady.

What does Quilp threaten Mrs. Quilp with if she doesn't get information from Nell?

Question Answer Choices He will tell her secrets. He will take away her money. He will lock her in a room. He will squeak the door.

What does Quilp ask Nell when he reads her grandfather's letter?

Question Answer Choices If she knew about the money. If she had written the letter. If she wanted to stay with him. If she had read the letter.

Where does Quilp take Kit and Nell after breaking up their fight?

Question Answer Choices Into his boat to cross the Thames. To Nell's home. To his counting house. To the market.

Why is Mrs. Quilp reluctant to pump Nell for information?

Question Answer Choices Because she is fond of Nell. Because she doesn't trust Nell. Because she thinks Nell is lying. Because she is afraid of Quilp.

Who does Fred Trent want Dick Swiveller to marry?

Question Answer Choices Nell Mrs. Quilp Miss Cheggs Sophy Wackles

What does Nell's grandfather say he would wish if it were not for Nell?

Question Answer Choices He would wish he were young again. He would wish he were rich. He would wish he were dead. He would wish he were free.

Who is Quilp's errand boy fighting with when they leave the counting house?

Question Answer Choices Miss Cheggs' brother Kit Dick Swiveller Fred Trent

What does Fred Trent assure Dick Swiveller about Nell's grandfather?

Question Answer Choices That he is sick. That he is rich. That he is famous. That he is kind.

What does Quilp ask Mrs. Quilp to do with Nell?

Question Answer Choices Find out if she has any money hidden away. Pump her for information about her grandfather's dealings. Convince her to stay with them permanently. Teach her how to manage the household.