Oliver Twist Chapter 1 Questions

Front

What was the setting described at the beginning of the text where Oliver Twist was born?

Back

A workhouse.

Front

How did Oliver's mother act before she died?

Back

She kissed Oliver and passed her hand over her face.

Front

Who was present with Oliver and his mother when Oliver was born?

Back

The doctor and an old woman.

Front

How did Mrs. Bumble react to the birth of the baby boy?

Back

She was disgusted.

Front

What was the general attitude towards orphans raised in the workhouse according to the text?

Back

They were shown little pity or kindness.

Front

Define 'workhouse' in the context of Oliver Twist.

Back

A workhouse is a place where the poor are housed and provided with work, often under harsh conditions.

Front

What does Oliver's mother's action of kissing him signify?

Back

It signifies a moment of love and connection before her death.

Front

What role does the doctor play in Oliver's birth?

Back

The doctor assists in the delivery of Oliver, indicating a medical presence during childbirth.

Front

How does the author portray Mrs. Bumble's character?

Back

Mrs. Bumble is portrayed as a cold and unsympathetic figure, reflecting societal attitudes towards the poor.

Front

What themes are introduced in Chapter 1 of Oliver Twist?

Back

Themes of poverty, neglect, and the harsh realities of life for orphans are introduced.