Silas Marner Flashcards
William Dane was an enemy of Silas who betrayed him. True or False?
False
What was the name of Godfrey’s wife whom he secretly married?
Molly Farren
Who is Squire Cass?
The father of Godfrey and Dunstan Cass and the holder of the highest position in Raveloe society
Name some of Godfrey’s personality traits.
He’s good natured and means well, but he’s dependent on other people and cowardly.
Who does Godfrey really want to marry?
Nancy Lammeter
Who is Nancy Lammeter?
The woman Godfrey wants to marry; the village beauty and delicate, but also hard working.
Who is Dunstan Cass? Name some of his personality traits.
He is the brother of Godfrey and son of Squire. He is selfish, careless, and dishonest
Who did Silas name Eppie after?
After his mother and sister
Why didn’t Silas notice the baby toddle into his cottage?
He was having one of his fits
Godfrey hopes to marry Nancy Lammeter. True or False?
True
Silas decided to start going back to church after Eppie started living with him. True or False?
True
What happened after Dunstan kills Godfrey’s horse, Wildfire?
He starts walking home and notices that Silas’ light is on and steals Silas’ gold.
Because the townspeople found a tinder box, who do they believe stole Silas’ gold?
A traveling gypsy salesman
Is Godfrey surprised that Dunstan killed Wildfire?
No
Who is Pricilla Lammeter? Describe her.
She is the sister of Nancy Lammeter who is plain looking, but doesn’t mind. She has a good sense of humor and a generous spirit.
Who are Eppie’s biological parents?
Godfrey Cass and Molly Farren
What is Molly addicted to?
Opium
What does Silas think the baby is at first?
His gold that was stolen
Who does Silas accuse of stealing his gold?
Jem Rodney
What happened to Silas in Lantern Yard that forced him to move to Raveloe?
He is falsely accused by his best friend of stealing the money of a sick deacon and then his fiancé calls off their wedding and marries the best friend that accused him of stealing.
How did Dolly Winthrop help Silas?
She comforts him when his money was stolen and helps him raise Eppie and guides him in becoming a part of village life.
Who does Eppie end up marrying in the end of the book?
Aaron Wihthrop, Dolly’s son.
Does Godfrey ever come clean to Nancy about Molly and Eppie? If he did, how did Nancy react?
Yes; She wasn’t angry, she just wished he would of told her sooner
What do Godfrey and Nancy plan on doing about Eppie?
They decide they will go to Silas’ home and try to get Eppie back from him.
