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Speaking -Oliver Twist - Book 21 set 1

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  • Why was Mrs. Maylie hesitant to send Harry a letter earlier about Rose’s illness?
    She wanted to wait until Dr. Losberne had examined Rose.
  • Who was the young man in the carriage, and why was he emotional?
    The young man was Harry Maylie, who was deeply relieved to hear that Rose was better.
  • What concern did Mrs. Maylie express about Harry’s love for Rose?
    She was worried that Rose’s illegitimacy and Harry’s ambitions might lead to regret or social criticism.
  • Who did Oliver see when a carriage passed him on the road?
    He saw Mr. Giles, the butler, in the carriage.
  • What reason did Harry Maylie give for walking to the cottage instead of riding in the carriage?
    He wanted time to compose himself before seeing Rose.
  • What did Mrs. Maylie say about Rose’s possible response to Harry’s marriage proposal?
    She suggested that Rose’s awareness of her situation and her self-sacrificing nature might influence her decision
  • What news did Dr. Losberne bring to Mrs. Maylie and Oliver about Rose?
    He told them that Rose had survived and would live.
  • How did Harry respond to his mother’s concerns about marrying Rose?
    He insisted that his feelings had not changed and planned to speak to Rose about marriage.
  • How did Oliver react to the good news about Rose?
    He was overwhelmed, left the room, and later burst into tears of relief.
  • What did Oliver do during his evening walk after hearing the news?
    He gathered flowers for Rose as he walked home.
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