FMC Chapter 5 and 6 - Reading Comprehension Worksheet

Why was Farmer William Boldwood at Casterbridge market?

• To sell his crops
• To buy livestock
• To meet Bathsheba Everdene
• To purchase goods

What did Boldwood think when he first looked at Bathsheba closely?

• She was unattractive
• She was mysterious
• She was the woman who asked him to marry her
• She was a stranger

How did Bathsheba feel after Boldwood noticed her?

• Excited
• Sorry
• Happy
• Confused

Why did Boldwood decide to speak to Bathsheba in May?

• He was jealous
• He wanted to propose
• He was angry
• He wanted to scold her

How did Bathsheba respond to Boldwood's proposal?

• She accepted immediately
• She rejected him politely
• She ignored him
• She laughed at him

What did Bathsheba regret about sending the valentine card?

• It was foolish and gave Boldwood false hope
• It was a thoughtful gesture
• It was a necessary gift
• It was a kind act

Who did Bathsheba ask for an opinion about Boldwood's proposal?

• Laban Tall
• Gabriel Oak
• Henery Fray
• Joe Poorgass

What was Gabriel Oak's opinion about the valentine card?

• It was a kind gesture
• It was cruel and dishonest
• It was a good idea
• It was humorous

What happened to Bathsheba's sheep after breaking into the clover field?

• They were stolen
• They were fine
• They got sick
• They ran away

Who did Bathsheba finally ask for help with the sick sheep?

• Farmer Boldwood
• Gabriel Oak
• Henery Fray
• Joe Poorgass