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The Old Curiosity Shop Trivia Quiz

As expected from Charles Dickens, "The Old Curiosity Shop" is full of rich and varied characters. I enjoyed the book, I hope you enjoy the quiz!

A multiple-choice quiz by OswaldEllie. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
OswaldEllie

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
388,231

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
238

Last 3 plays: Guest 94 (8/10), Guest 129 (2/10), Guest 92 (3/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In which year was Dickens' "The Old Curiosity Shop" published in book form? Hint

1872

1834

1841

1863

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Question 2 of 10

2. In which city is "The Old Curiosity Shop" located? Hint

Birmingham

York

Liverpool

London

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Question 3 of 10

3. What was the name of the young girl who was the main character in "The Old Curiosity Shop"? Hint

Nell Trent

Nell Hudson

Nell Gwyn

Nell Carter

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Question 4 of 10

4. What is the name of Nell's grandfather? Hint

Phineas Trent

Jacob Marley

It is not revealed

Wilkins Micawber

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Question 5 of 10

5. The villain of the novel is Daniel Quilp. What was the name of his wife? Hint

Betsy

Lily

Nancy

Elizabeth

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Question 6 of 10

6. Christopher Nubbles was Nell's servant and friend. By what name is he known throughout the novel? Hint

Bubbles

Chris

Kit

Nubby

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Question 7 of 10

7. What is the name of the character who frames Christopher Nubbles for theft? Hint

Isaac Dumden

Michael Crampton

Sampson Brass

Daniel Scrivens

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is the name of Nell's brother? Hint

Daniel

Isaac

Frederick

Jacob

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Question 9 of 10

9. The author, along with which central female character of "The Old Curiosity Shop", is represented in a bronze statue in Clark Park, Philadelphia? Hint

Betsy Quilp

The Marchioness

Sally Brass

Nell Trent

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Question 10 of 10

10. Most of us enjoy a happy ending. Did Nell get her happy ending? Hint

No, Nell died.

Yes, Nell married and lived happily ever after.

Yes, grandfather's gambling success kept them in luxury.

No, Nell married Daniel Quilp and was treated very badly.

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Dec 13 2024 : Guest 94: 8/10
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In which year was Dickens' "The Old Curiosity Shop" published in book form?

Answer: 1841

This was Dickens' fourth novel. It was originally released in installments in "Master Humphrey's Clock" - a periodical of the time - from 1840 to 1841.

2. In which city is "The Old Curiosity Shop" located?

Answer: London

There is an Old Curiosity Shop in London, in a building constructed in the 16th century, and as Dickens lived in the area, it is thought to be the architectural inspiration for the shop in his novel. The shop was renamed and changed use from a dairy to an antiques shop to capitalise on the Dickens association.

3. What was the name of the young girl who was the main character in "The Old Curiosity Shop"?

Answer: Nell Trent

Nell is a thirteen year old orphan, living with her maternal grandfather in the London of the 1800s. She is portrayed as a good character, who tries to save her grandfather from his gambling debts.

4. What is the name of Nell's grandfather?

Answer: It is not revealed

The grandfather's name is never given in the novel. He is portrayed as terrified of not having enough money to take care of Nell. He gambles to try to save enough money to ensure Nell's future comfort, but loses everything they have.

5. The villain of the novel is Daniel Quilp. What was the name of his wife?

Answer: Betsy

Quilp treats Betsy very badly and enjoys belittling her. He wants to end his marriage to Betsy and marry Nell. He drowns in the River Thames after getting lost in the fog while being pursued by police.

6. Christopher Nubbles was Nell's servant and friend. By what name is he known throughout the novel?

Answer: Kit

Kit is Nell's only friend, and he looks out for her. Although he is honest, he is framed for theft and sentenced to transportation. Before his sentence is carried out, he is proved innocent.

7. What is the name of the character who frames Christopher Nubbles for theft?

Answer: Sampson Brass

Brass is a solicitor employed by Quilp, who had taken a dislike to Kit. He follows Quilp's instructions to frame Kit by claiming that Kit stole a five pound note from his office.

8. What is the name of Nell's brother?

Answer: Frederick

Frederick's character is thought to have been named for Dickens' own brother. Fred believes his grandfather to be wealthy, and wants the money that, unfortunately, does not exist.

9. The author, along with which central female character of "The Old Curiosity Shop", is represented in a bronze statue in Clark Park, Philadelphia?

Answer: Nell Trent

The sculpture was made in Philadelphia in 1890. It was shipped to London and then to Chicago, where it was exhibited while Elwell tried to sell it. In 1901 the sculpture was placed in Clark Park, Philadelphia, where it still stands today.

10. Most of us enjoy a happy ending. Did Nell get her happy ending?

Answer: No, Nell died.

Sadly, the journey undertaken by Nell and her grandfather to escape his debts and Quilp was too much for Nell. She succumbed to illness and died.

Source: Author OswaldEllie

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