The Story of Oliver Twist

Literature

An orphaned boy named Oliver Twist is born into a harsh workhouse in England, where he suffers from hunger and mistreatment before being offered for apprenticeship.

Classic Literature History Charles Dickens

12 Questions Easy Ages 10+ Apr 1, 2026

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1 What was the name of the place where poor people without money lived?

A The orphanage
B The workhouse
C The poorhouse
D The asylum

2 What were the last words spoken by Oliver's mother?

A I am tired
B Let me see the child and die
C Take care of him
D Goodbye to this world

3 Why did the doctor conclude that Oliver's mother was not married?

A She had no ring
B She told him so
C She was too young
D She had no family

4 Who gave Oliver his name?

A His mother
B A local doctor
C Mr. Bumble
D The master of the workhouse

5 How did Mr. Bumble decide on names for the orphans?

A By their looks
B By their birth date
C In alphabetical order
D By drawing lots

6 What was the primary food given to the boys in the workhouse?

A Bread and water
B Meat and potatoes
C Thin soup
D Porridge

7 How often did the boys receive a small piece of bread?

A Every morning
B On Sundays
C On holidays
D Every day

8 What did Oliver ask the master for after supper?

A More soup
B A warm blanket
C To see his mother
D A new pair of shoes

9 How did the master react when Oliver asked for more?

A He laughed
B He gave him more
C He hit him
D He ignored him

10 What was the reward offered to anyone who would take Oliver Twist?

A Ten pounds
B Five pounds
C One pound
D A place to live

11 How long was Oliver kept in a dark room as punishment?

A One night
B Three days
C A whole week
D One month

12 What was Mr. Sowerberry's profession?

A Doctor
B Teacher
C Coffin maker
D Workhouse master

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