Bleak House

Bleak House

by

Charles Dickens

Bleak House: Chapter 39 Quiz 10 questions

Test your knowledge of Chapter 39. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
Why are people hesitant to oppose Mr. Vholes and others in his profession?
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Their work provides significant benefits to the legal system
They are too powerful within the legal community
Their actions are technically legal and they claim to be supporting their families
They have strong political connections that protect them
How does Richard comport himself in Mr. Vholes's office?
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He expresses gratitude for Mr. Vholes's hard work
He shows patience and understanding
He decides to take legal action against Mr. Vholes
He demonstrates frustration and impatience
What is Richard's primary concern regarding his involvement in the Jarndyce and Jarndyce case?
3 of 10
The integrity and honesty of Mr. Vholes
The complexity and length of the case dampening his hope
The financial cost of continuing the lawsuit
Mr. Vholes's lack of effort in working on the case
How does Mr. Vholes manipulate Richard's perspective on the case?
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By indirectly giving him hope and suggesting he has enemies
By maintaining a neutral stance on the outcome of the case
By directly stating that they will win the case soon
By providing detailed evidence of progress in the case
How does Mr. Vholes assure Richard of his commitment to the lawsuit?
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By demonstrating clear evidence of progress in the lawsuit
By expressing that he has Richard's best interests in mind
By refusing to accept any payment for his services until the lawsuit is won
By providing a detailed plan on how they will defeat Mr. Jarndyce in court
Why does Richard find it easier to focus his frustrations on Mr. Jarndyce rather than the Chancery lawsuit?
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Mr. Jarndyce represents a tangible enemy
Mr. Jarndyce has personally wronged him
Richard believes that Mr. Jarndyce is an incarnation of the devil
Mr. Guppy has convinced Richard that Mr. Jarndyce is the root of all his problems
Why is Mr. Guppy nervous about the potential discovery of the letters?
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He is concerned about his personal safety
He worries about the legal implications for himself
He fears Esther and Lady Dedlock will think he broke his promise to them
He believes finding the letters will ruin his career
Why are Mr. Guppy and Mr. Weevle surprised during their visit to Krook’s shop?
8 of 10
They find a valuable treasure hidden in Mr. Weevle’s room
Mr. Smallweed offers to sell the shop to them at a low price
Krook returns unexpectedly after having faked his death
They discover Mr. Tulkinghorn working with the Smallweeds
How does Mr. Tulkinghorn subtly threaten Mr. Guppy?
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By openly accusing him of theft and warning of legal action
By reminding him of his knowledge about Mr. Guppy’s visits to Lady Dedlock
By threatening to inform Mr. Guppy's mother about his misconduct
By hinting at physical harm if Mr. Guppy does not comply with his demands
Why does Mr. Guppy imply he has a secret after Mr. Tulkinghorn leaves?
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To genuinely warn Mr. Weevle of potential dangers
To seek help from Mr. Weevle in dealing with his situation
To impress Mr. Weevle by suggesting he is involved in significant and mysterious affairs
None of the above