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Chapter 23 Quiz
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Why is Mr. Jarndyce concerned about Richard's involvement in the Jarndyce and Jarndyce case?
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Because Richard might lose interest in his army career
Because Richard is spending too much money on legal fees
Because he thinks Richard will get sucked into the case
Because he thinks Richard is not qualified to handle such a case
Why does Mr. Jarndyce ask Richard to temporarily postpone his engagement with Ada?
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Because he believes Richard is not truly in love with Ada
Because Richard is in debt and should focus on his career first
Because Mr. Jarndyce disapproves of Ada
Because Ada is related to a rival in the court case
What is Richard's reaction to Mr. Jarndyce's advice regarding his career and reliance on the lawsuit?
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Richard feels betrayed and believes Mr. Jarndyce is against him
Richard decides to leave the lawsuit behind and focus on his career
Richard agrees to break off his engagement with Ada
Richard thanks Mr. Jarndyce for his concern and promises to reconsider his decisions
How does Ada react to the conflict between Richard and Mr. Jarndyce?
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She supports Richard unconditionally and ignores Mr. Jarndyce's advice
She is confused and does not take sides
She blames Mr. Jarndyce for causing unnecessary trouble
She trusts Mr. Jarndyce's intentions and tries to comfort Richard
What is significant about Gridley's experience with Chancery?
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It shows that Chancery can bring happiness
It shows that Chancery can make people unstable
It shows that Chancery isn't as serious as most people think
None of the above
Why does Mr. Jarndyce refuse to accompany Esther and Richard to the court?
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He is too busy with other engagements
He does not believe in the justice system
He has lost interest in the Jarndyce and Jarndyce case
He disagrees with Richard's obsession with the lawsuit
Why does Mr. Guppy arrange for Esther to meet Mrs. Chadband?
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To help Esther remember her past more accurately
To propose to Esther once again
To find out about Esther's past and improve his chances with her
Because Mrs. Chadband insisted on meeting Esther
What connects Miss Flite and Gridley?
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They are both mad and are always in court
Miss Flite is Gridley's estranged mother
They are long-lost siblings
They aren't connected at all
Which famous literary figure did the character of Mr. Bucket potentially inspire?
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Don Quixote
Sherlock Holmes
Harry Potter
C. Auguste Dupin
What has Gridley realized about his battle with Chancery?
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That he was arrogant to think he could fight Chancery and win
That he needs better legal representation to win
That he should have settled the case outside of court
That he needs more evidence to support his case
What is the metaphorical significance of the sun setting as Richard leaves for the army?
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It signifies a new beginning for Richard
It represents the end of a difficult day
It foreshadows Richard’s own tragic fate
It marks the end of the Chancery suit
