Oliver Twist Overview and Activities
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What action does Mr. Bumble take when he sees Oliver being hit?

  • He gives Oliver a second bowl.
  • He joins in hitting Oliver.
  • He tells the master to leave Oliver alone. (correct)
  • He encourages the master to continue.

    • What does Oliver tie his clothes in before running away?

  • A blanket.
  • A handkerchief. (correct)
  • A bag.
  • A rope.

    • How does Oliver feel when he sleeps outside in a field?

  • Scared and lonely.
  • Relaxed and content.
  • Tired and hungry. (correct)
  • Warm and comfortable.

    • Who does Oliver meet that warns him to leave quickly?

    <p>Dick.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Fagin threaten Oliver with when he discovers Oliver has seen him stealing?

    <p>A knife.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jack Dawkins do when he first meets Oliver?

    <p>He gives him food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does Oliver feel scared after being pulled into a house?

    <p>In a dirty, narrow street.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Oliver do after he waits for morning to run away?

    <p>He escapes as soon as he sees light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to Oliver when he is accused of stealing the handkerchief?

    <p>He trips and falls, leading to his capture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who looks after Oliver when he falls ill?

    <p>Dr Losberne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the workhouse mentioned in the content?

    <p>A place for poor people who cannot afford to live independently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Oliver's reaction when he is taken to the police station?

    <p>He is terrified and afraid to speak.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant connection does Mr Brownlow notice about Oliver?

    <p>Oliver resembles the lady in the picture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event happens to Oliver's mother in Chapter 1?

    <p>She dies shortly after giving birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes Oliver's childhood diet in the workhouse?

    <p>He consumed three meals of thin soup and a small piece of bread on Sundays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Oliver initially feel about his new life in Mr Brownlow's house?

    <p>He enjoys it and likes having a job.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Bill Sikes do to assert control over Oliver?

    <p>He threatens him with a gun.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for naming the baby Oliver Twist?

    <p>Mr Bumble, an officer in the town</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the crowd react when Oliver is accused of theft?

    <p>They shout 'stop thief' and chase him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action do the boys in the workhouse decide to take regarding their meals?

    <p>One boy is chosen to ask the master for more soup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the actions Sikes takes against Oliver in the house?

    <p>He beats Oliver because he suspects him of stealing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which detail about Oliver's mother is mentioned in the content?

    <p>She was identified as a street woman with worn shoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does Monks take with the bag that contains jewelry?

    <p>He throws it into the river.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Oliver's story begin?

    <p>With his birth in the workhouse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Bill Sikes treat Nancy when she helps him out of bed?

    <p>He is rude to her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the master serve to the boys during their meals?

    <p>Thin soup from a pot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Fagin inform Nancy they need to do regarding Oliver?

    <p>Get him back from being taken away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Rose promise Nancy after hearing her story?

    <p>To keep her secret and contact her alone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does Rose encounter when she visits Mr. Brownlow's house?

    <p>Mr Grimwig.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Nancy's emotional state during her interaction with Rose?

    <p>Fearful and distressed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Sikes confront Nancy as she is preparing to leave?

    <p>He wants to stop her from going.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect about Monks does Nancy reveal to Rose?

    <p>He hates Oliver and wants him dead.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Fagin want to find out about Nancy?

    <p>Where she goes at night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Sikes angry with Nancy?

    <p>She talked to strangers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sikes do to avoid being seen with his dog?

    <p>Takes it to a river</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Monks confess to Mr. Brownlow?

    <p>He gave money to Fagin to find Oliver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sikes do to the dog in an attempt to get rid of it?

    <p>He takes it to the river and tries to drown it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Oliver initially seek help after being shot?

    <p>He knocks on the nearest house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sikes do after he is frightened by the talk of murder?

    <p>Decides to escape to France</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Mr Giles's reaction when Oliver is brought to him?

    <p>He wrongly assumes Oliver is a thief.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Fagin react to Sikes's mood?

    <p>He fears for Nancy's safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information does Noah Claypole provide to Fagin?

    <p>About Nancy's meeting at London Bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Dr Losberne determine about Rose's condition?

    <p>She is very ill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Monks want to obtain from Oliver?

    <p>A share of his inheritance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who visits Mr Bumble and what does he give him?

    <p>A man in a black coat gives him two gold coins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Rose do one evening before falling ill?

    <p>She plays the piano.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant items does the old woman recall from Oliver's mother?

    <p>A ring, a locket, and two pieces of hair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Oliver feel about Rose while she is ill?

    <p>He prays for her recovery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Contents of Oliver Twist

    • The book is structured in chapters, with activities interspersed
    • Each chapter describes specific events in the story
    • There are six sets of activities throughout the book
    • The book covers various topics, including Oliver's early life, his experiences in London, and the mystery surrounding his past, and others.

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    This quiz explores the contents of Charles Dickens' 'Oliver Twist', structured in chapters with interspersed activities. It covers key events, Oliver's early life, his experiences in London, and the mysteries of his past. Test your understanding of the book's themes and events.

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