Chapter XIII. The disappearance of the Prince. Quiz — The Prince and the Pauper

Where does Edward command Miles to sleep at the beginning of Chapter 13?

• In the bed beside him
• Across the doorway on the floor
• In a chair by the window
• In the hallway outside

What does Miles do at dawn while Edward sleeps?

• Writes a letter to Hendon Hall
• Measures the boy with a string for new clothes
• Searches the room for valuables
• Goes to the bridge to scout the route

What kind of clothes does Miles purchase for Edward?

• Fine new garments from a tailor
• A secondhand suit of boy's clothing
• A nobleman's outfit with a cape
• Monk's robes for disguise

How is Edward lured away from the inn?

• A woman claims to be his mother
• A youth says Miles has sent for him
• A soldier arrives with a royal summons
• He leaves on his own to explore the city

What does the youth do to the bedcovers before leaving with Edward?

• Folds them neatly
• Arranges them to look as if someone is still in bed
• Takes them as extra clothing for Edward
• Leaves them undisturbed

Who does Miles believe is responsible for Edward's abduction?

• A group of thieves from Southwark
• The innkeeper who wanted ransom
• The villain who earlier claimed to be Edward's father
• A rival nobleman seeking leverage

What does the servant recall seeing as Edward and the youth left?

• A carriage waiting for them
• A ruffian-looking man joining them on the bridge
• A group of soldiers following them
• Nothing unusual at all

What does Miles plan to do at Hendon Hall?

• Sell the estate to fund their travels
• Provide Edward a comfortable home where his troubles will vanish
• Present Edward to the local magistrate
• Train Edward as a soldier

Which of these events actually happened in this chapter?

What does "cozened" mean as used in Miles's outburst: "thou'rt a fool!--a fool and easily cozened"?

• Comforted
• Deceived or tricked
• Frightened
• Paid off

What does "athwart" mean when Edward says "Thou wilt sleep athwart the door"?

• Behind
• Across
• Beside
• Above

In the phrase "wrought with expedition," what does "expedition" mean?

• A long journey
• Great difficulty
• Promptness or speed
• Extreme care