Bleak House

Bleak House

by

Charles Dickens

Bleak House: Chapter 17 Quiz 8 questions

Test your knowledge of Chapter 17. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What is Esther's opinion about Richard?
1 of 8
She admires his discipline and hard work
She believes he relies too much on talent and charm
She thinks he is very disciplined about his career
She feels he is overly cautious about the future
Why do the Badgers imply they no longer want Richard as an apprentice?
2 of 8
They believe he is too advanced for them to teach
They feel his dedication surpasses their own
They think it's a waste of time because he isn't disciplined
They prefer to mentor someone with no prior experience
How does Richard react to the feedback from the Badgers?
3 of 8
He is unconcerned and admits his lack of interest in his profession
He decides to prove the Badgers wrong by working harder
He immediately looks for another apprenticeship
He apologizes and promises to change his attitude
Why are Esther and Ada worried about Richard's decision to study law?
4 of 8
They believe he is genuinely interested in law as a career
They fear he will not take his law career seriously
They worry his interest in law is to get closer to Jarndyce and Jarndyce
They are confident in his decision and supportive
How is Richard characterized in relation to his career decisions and future?
5 of 8
As ambitious and deeply strategic about his future
As honest but naïve and unrealistic about his future
As cunning and manipulative as he hides his true intentions
As diligent and hardworking so that he can establish a successful career
Why does Mr. Jarndyce tell Esther about her origins?
6 of 8
Because Esther asked him to share details of his own life
He wanted to confess his feelings for her
Esther inquires about her family background
Because he has become her guardian
Why does Mrs. Woodcourt emphasize her family's noble Welsh lineage during the visit?
7 of 8
To impress Esther with their family history
To hint that Esther is not suitable to marry her son
Because she is proud of her Welsh heritage and wants to share it
To encourage Esther to research her own ancestry
How does Esther typically react to signs of affection from others?
8 of 8
She is always eager and expecting such gestures
She welcomes them with great enthusiasm and no doubts
She is indifferent and does not care much about others' affection
She struggles with self-doubt and often assumes they are not meant for her