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Chapter 29 Quiz
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Why does Mrs. Woodcourt try to discourage Esther from considering a relationship with her son?
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She believes Esther is not smart enough for her son
She thinks Esther is too involved in her own work to be a suitable partner
She implies that their different social statuses would make it a bad match
She feels Esther does not truly understand her son's work
What can be inferred about Esther's feelings from her interaction with Mrs. Woodcourt?
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Esther respects Mrs. Woodcourt and desires her approval
Esther dislikes Mrs. Woodcourt but hides her feelings
Esther is indifferent towards Mrs. Woodcourt's opinion
None of the above
Where are Caddy and Prince going to live after they marry?
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With Mr. Turveydrop
With Mrs. Jellyby
On their own
At Bleak House
What does Mr. Jellyby's opinion on Mrs. Jellyby’s activities suggest about 19th-century societal views?
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That philanthropy was highly valued and encouraged for women
That women's involvement in professional affairs was widely accepted
That financial independence for women was the societal norm
That a woman’s primary role was believed to be caring for her family and home
What does Mr. Jellyby's reaction to Caddy's wedding preparations suggest about his views on his wife's philanthropic efforts?
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He is supportive and encourages Caddy to pursue her own missions
He regrets not participating more in his wife's philanthropic work
He views his wife's missions as detrimental to their family life
He is indifferent and focused on his own interests
