WorksheetsPhineas Finn Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What does Phineas’ father recommend he do after finishing his studies?
Move to London and continue studying
Settle in Dublin and practice law
Travel to Galway and find a job
Run for Parliament immediately
What condition does Phineas’ father attach to his financial support?
Phineas must remain unmarried
Phineas must practice law in Dublin
Phineas must run for Parliament
Phineas must repay the allowance in three years
Why was the House of Commons dissolved?
The Conservative Prime Minister resigned due to scandal
A majority of the members opposed the Conservative government
The members voted for a new election
Phineas' father insisted on it
How does Phineas initially react to the idea of running for Parliament?
He eagerly accepts the opportunity
He feels unqualified and overwhelmed
He immediately dismisses it as impossible
He consults his father for advice
What financial concern does Phineas raise about running for Parliament?
The cost of campaigning would be too high
He would lose his father’s financial support
The Irish Earl of Tulla opposes him
Bribery is too expensive
What reason does Barrington give for why the election in Loughshane would be inexpensive?
The Earl of Tulla would cover the costs
The borough has very few registered voters
Barrington has secured donations from supporters
The voters are already bribed
Why is the current representative of Loughshane unpopular?
He has not visited the borough or helped its residents
He frequently argues with other Parliament members
He supports policies that harm Loughshane’s economy
He has no political experience
How does Phineas feel about the opportunity to join Parliament?
He sees it as an impossible dream
He is indifferent and unsure if he wants to pursue it
He considers it the greatest honor and is excited
He rejects it outright
What had Phineas’ debating club activities prepared him for?
Practicing law in court
Arguing for fun without real consequences
A greater stage where debates would lead to action
Winning arguments for personal satisfaction
What convinces Phineas that the opportunity might be within reach?
Barrington’s expertise and confidence in success
His father’s encouragement to run for office
His belief that Loughshane voters support him
His financial independence and resources
