Quiz on A Tale of Two Cities

What are the two cities referred to in the title?

• London and Paris

• Paris and Rome

• London and New York

Who is the main character who is a doctor in the story?

• Charles Darnay

• Dr. Manette

• Sydney Carton

What event is a significant backdrop to the story?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The French Revolution

• World War I

What is Dr. Manette's initial condition when he is first introduced?

• He is wealthy and powerful

• He is imprisoned and mentally disturbed

• He is in excellent health

Who is the character that sacrifices himself for the happiness of others?

• Charles Darnay

• Sydney Carton

• Lucie Manette

What is the relationship between Lucie Manette and Dr. Manette?

• They are friends

• They are father and daughter

• They are husband and wife

How does Sydney Carton view his own life?

• With pride and ambition

• With regret and self-loathing

• With indifference

What does the phrase "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times" signify?

• The overall confusion of the era

• The contrasting experiences of different characters

• The duality of life during the French Revolution

Analysis Question: How does Dickens use symbolism, such as the knitting of Madame Defarge, to represent the themes of revenge and justice?

• By showing how characters create clothes

• By illustrating the meticulous planning of vengeance

• By depicting the everyday life of peasants

Evaluating Question: In your opinion, what is the most significant transformation seen in Sydney Carton throughout the novel?

• His shift from apathy to self-sacrifice

• His rise to political power

• His success in love