Oliver Twist Chapter 4
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What is the main reason Noah treated Oliver badly?

  • Noah was resentful that Oliver went to funerals while he stayed in the shop. (correct)
  • Noah was angry that Oliver was always crying at funerals.
  • Noah was following the example set by Mrs.Sowerberry.
  • Noah was jealous of Oliver's friendship with Mr.Sowerberry.

    • What does Oliver's reaction to Noah's comments about his mother reveal about him?

  • Oliver is a sensitive boy with a strong sense of loyalty to his mother. (correct)
  • Oliver is a quick-tempered and violent boy with a history of aggression.
  • Oliver is a cunning and manipulative boy who is pretending to be hurt.
  • Oliver is a naive and easily manipulated boy who is easily swayed by emotions.

    • What is the significance of Mr.Bumble's statement, "It's the meat that caused this, you know"?

  • Mr. Bumble is suggesting that Oliver's behavior is abnormal and possibly related to his diet.
  • Mr. Bumble is making a sarcastic comment about the quality of the meat at the undertaker's house.
  • Mr. Bumble is trying to avoid responsibility for Oliver's outburst by blaming it on external factors. (correct)
  • Mr. Bumble believes that Oliver's actions are a result of poor nutrition and lack of proper food.

    • Which of the following is NOT a consequence of Oliver's outburst?

    <p>Oliver is punished with a whipping by Mr.Bumble.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage reveal about the attitudes towards children in the Victorian era?

    <p>Children were often neglected and abused, and their rights were not recognized.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Mr. Sowerberry beat Oliver?

    <p>Because his wife wanted him to</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Oliver decide to go to London?

    <p>Because he heard it was easy to find work there</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Oliver have with him when he left the Sowerberrys'?

    <p>A piece of bread, a shirt, some socks, and a penny</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Oliver feel on his journey to London?

    <p>Lonely, tired, cold, and hungry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Oliver meet the strange boy?

    <p>In Barnet, a village outside London</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Oliver's Observations at Funerals

    • Oliver accompanied Mr. Sowerberry to numerous funerals, noting the contrasting behaviors of mourners.
    • Observed that the loudest criers in church often stopped crying the quickest after the funeral.
    • Noted that some widows/widowers appeared cheerful, indicating societal expectations around grief.

    Oliver's Treatment by Others

    • Oliver faced mistreatment from those around him, including Noah Claypole and Mrs. Sowerberry.
    • Noah, feeling resentful, bullied Oliver due to his participation in funerals while Noah remained at work.
    • Charlotte followed Noah’s lead in treating Oliver poorly, while Mrs. Sowerberry disapproved of Oliver's friendship with her husband.

    Confrontation with Noah Claypole

    • Noah escalated his bullying by asking about Oliver's deceased mother, provoking Oliver's emotions.
    • Oliver revealed his mother's death was due to a "broken heart," leading to an emotional breakdown.
    • Noah further provoked Oliver by demeaning his mother, which triggered Oliver’s violent response.

    Aftermath of the Altercation

    • Mrs. Sowerberry and Charlotte intervened after Noah cried out, punishing Oliver physically and locking him in the cellar.
    • Mrs. Sowerberry suggested Noah fetch Mr. Bumble to address Oliver's supposed madness.

    Mr. Bumble's Arrival and Reaction

    • Noah reported to Mr. Bumble that Oliver had attacked him and was a danger.
    • Mr. Bumble's immediate response was anger, suggesting physical punishment for Oliver.
    • Blamed Oliver’s behavior on improper diet, indicating the treatment Oliver received in the workhouse.

    Oliver's Decision to Leave

    • Oliver, feeling despondent after punishment and isolation, fled the Sowerberry residence.
    • He discovered it was seventy miles to London, motivated by the hope of finding work and escape from his current life.
    • Left with minimal possessions: a piece of bread, a shirt, socks, and a penny.

    Oliver's Journey to London

    • Walked over twenty miles on the first day, relying on bread and occasional requests for water.
    • Suffered physically from fatigue, resulting in sleeping outdoors and enduring hunger.
    • Gradually encountered difficulties in finding food, relying on kindness from strangers for survival.

    Arrival at Barnet

    • After a week of walking and suffering, Oliver reached Barnet, outside of London.
    • Describing his exhaustion and physical state: bleeding feet and covered in dirt.
    • Encountered a boy of similar age but adult-like demeanor, indicating a new potential relationship or challenge ahead.

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    Quiz on Chapter 4 of Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, where Oliver attends funerals with Mr. Sowerberry and observes the reactions of the mourners.

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