Available Answers

1. 1.

   Was Oliver ready to go with Mr. Bumble? Why?

2. 2.

   Why did Oliver feel sad when the door of Mrs. Mann's cottage closed behind him?

3. 3.

   How did Mr. Bumble induce readiness in Oliver while taking him to the Board? What does this tell you about him?

4. 4.

   Why did a Board member call Oliver'a fool? Was it justified?

5. 5.

   Do you think the members of the Board were kind and considerate men? Why/why not?

6. 6.

   What was the new system of feeding invented by the Board? Do you think it was suitable for the inmates of the workhouse?