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Chapter 17 Quiz
Test your knowledge of Chapter 18. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What major life change does Richard make in the summer?
1 of 10
He decides to move to another country
He switches from a career in medicine to law
He takes a long vacation to contemplate his future
He starts a new hobby that consumes most of his time
How does Mr. Skimpole react to the confiscation of his furniture?
2 of 10
He is unconcerned because he assumes Mr. Jarndyce will help him
He plans to repay Mr. Jarndyce immediately
He seeks legal advice to avoid paying any money
He apologizes and offers to find a way to earn the money needed
What is unique about Boythorn's feud with Sir Leicester?
3 of 10
He insists that his friends also act aggressively toward Sir Leicester
He refuses to talk about Sir Leicester or reveal the origins of their dispute
He only ever speaks kindly about Sir Leicester despite his hatred for him
He makes sure to direct his ire at Sir Leicester without affecting others
What could be said about the dispute between Mr. Boythorn and Sir Leicester?
4 of 10
It is a serious legal battle with significant consequences
It revolves around a personal insult that Sir Leicester gave Mr. Boythorn
It is centered on a trivial matter that makes both men look petty
It involves a deep betrayal and unforgivable act by Sir Leicester
What significant event occurs when Esther attends church?
5 of 10
Lady Dedlock seems to notice Esther
Esther feels a strange connection to Lady Dedlock
Neither A nor B
Both A and B
How might one describe Mr. Skimpole's relationship with wealthy benefactors?
6 of 10
He is deeply grateful and seeks to repay their generosity
He prefers to maintain a formal distance and not get involved personally
He strictly avoids any association with the wealthy to maintain his independence
He is opportunistically aligned with anyone who can offer him benefits
What event leads Esther and Lady Dedlock to unexpectedly encounter each other?
7 of 10
A planned meeting set up by Mr. Jarndyce
A social event at the groundskeeper's cottage
A thunderstorm that forces them to seek shelter in the same place
None of the above
What underlying reason might explain Lady Dedlock's curt behavior towards Esther?
8 of 10
She recognizes a resemblance in Esther that surprises her
She is overwhelmed by Esther's beauty and grace
She genuinely dislikes Esther upon first meeting
She is preoccupied with thoughts of Richard and pays little attention
How is the connection between Lady Dedlock and Esther's guardian, Mr. Jarndyce, further complicated?
9 of 10
Mr. Jarndyce reveals that he is aware of Lady Dedlock's secret
They discover a mutual acquaintance in Miss Barbary
Lady Dedlock asks Mr. Jarndyce to keep their conversation confidential
Mr. Jarndyce expresses his dislike for Lady Dedlock's husband
What does Mademoiselle Hortense do after being left behind by Lady Dedlock?
10 of 10
She leaves calmly and plans to seek employment elsewhere
She takes off her shoes and walks through the wet grass
She immediately goes to complain to Sir Leicester Dedlock
She waits patiently for another carriage to take her back
