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Nicholas Nickleby Quiz

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Nicholas Nickleby is a classic novel written by Charles Dickens that explores themes of social injustice and the struggles of the lower class. In this quiz game, players can test their knowledge of the novel and its characters while racing against the clock to answer as many multiple-choice questions as possible.

  • Players can use spells to help them along the way
  • Race against the clock to answer as many questions as possible

Game Details: a quiz game with multiple-choice questions to test your knowledge. Race against the clock to answer as many as you can! Use spells wisely to help you along the way.

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  • - Nicholas Nickleby is a novel written by Charles Dickens.
  • - It was first published as a serial from 1838 to 1839.
  • - The story follows the life of Nicholas, a young man who becomes the sole provider for his family after his father's death.
  • - Nicholas is sent to work at Dotheboys Hall, a boarding school run by the cruel and abusive Wackford Squeers.
  • - He befriends a boy named Smike, who is mistreated and neglected at the school.
  • - Nicholas eventually escapes from Dotheboys Hall with Smike and they embark on a series of adventures.
  • - They encounter a traveling theater troupe called Crummles Company, where Nicholas becomes an actor.
  • - Nicholas's sister, Kate, faces numerous challenges, including unwanted advances from her uncle, Ralph Nickleby.
  • - Ralph is a cold and ruthless businessman who exploits others for his own gain.
  • - Nicholas falls in love with Madeline Bray, a young woman who is also being manipulated by Ralph.
  • - Ralph schemes to marry off Madeline to a wealthy but elderly suitor, Sir Mulberry Hawk.
  • - Nicholas confronts Sir Mulberry Hawk and defends Madeline's honor in a public altercation.
  • - Nicholas and Kate seek refuge with their kind-hearted uncle, Newman Noggs.
  • - They later work for the Cheeryble brothers, benevolent businessmen who help them on their journey.
  • - Nicholas discovers the truth about his father's investments and seeks justice against Ralph.
  • - Ralph faces financial ruin and ultimately takes his own life.
  • - Nicholas and Madeline find happiness together and get married.
  • - Smike's true identity is revealed, and he tragically dies from illness.
  • - The novel sheds light on social issues such as child abuse, poverty, and the corrupt nature of business.
  • - Nicholas Nickleby is considered one of Dickens's most popular and enduring works.

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