Life in the Workhouse

The transcript narrates the story of Oliver Twist, starting with the harsh conditions of workhouses in England. A young woman arrives at a workhouse, gives birth to Oliver, and dies. Sally, an old woman, decides to keep a locket belonging to Oliver's mother. Oliver grows up in difficult conditions under Mrs. Mann and Mr. Bumble. On his ninth birthday, Oliver asks for more food, leading to severe punishment.

What was the primary purpose of workhouses in England?

• To serve as hospitals

• To offer shelter to the poor

• To provide education to children

• To function as marketplaces

Why did the young woman arrive at the workhouse?

• She was lost

• She was visiting a friend

• She was looking for a job

• She was pregnant and had nowhere else to go

What did the young woman give to Sally before she died?

• A gold chain with a locket

• A pair of shoes

• A letter

• A photograph

What did Sally decide to do with the young mother's belongings?

• Sell them for money

• Return them to the authorities

• Give them to charity

• Keep them safe for Oliver

Who was responsible for taking care of Oliver during his early years?

• Mr. Bumble

• Mrs. Mann

• Sally

• The doctor

What was Mr. Bumble's role in the workhouse?

• He was a doctor

• He was a teacher

• He managed the workhouse

• He was a cook

What did Oliver do that shocked the workhouse staff?

• He ran away

• He stole money

• He broke a window

• He asked for more food

What was the typical meal served to the boys in the workhouse?

• A bowl of soup and a piece of bread

• A plate of rice

• A sandwich

• A bowl of porridge

How did Mr. Bumble react when Oliver asked for more food?

• He praised Oliver

• He gave Oliver more food

• He punished Oliver

• He ignored Oliver

What did the boys decide to do about their hunger?

• They stole food from the kitchen

• They planned to escape

• They complained to Mr. Bumble

• They chose someone to ask for more food