Joseph Andrews

Joseph Andrews

by

Henry Fielding

Joseph Andrews: Book 4, Chapter 16 Quiz 5 questions

Test your knowledge of Book 4, Chapter 16. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What does the sudden acceptance of Fanny by Squire Booby and Pamela suggest about social class perceptions?
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Social class is rigid and cannot be changed even by family ties
Family relationships and lineage are more important than personal merits in social class perceptions
Personal achievements and character are the most important factors in gaining social acceptance
Wealth and material possessions are the sole determinants of social class
What is the significance of introducing Joseph to Mrs. Harriet Wilson?
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It confirms the suspicions about Joseph's parentage held by the local community
It reunites Joseph with his biological mother, completing the family circle
It serves as a formal acknowledgment of Joseph's inheritance rights
It is a symbolic gesture to strengthen the family's social standing
How does the novel reconcile Joseph's much-praised chastity with his marriage to Fanny?
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It suggests that chastity is only relevant before marriage
It implies that Joseph's chastity was a facade
It criticizes Joseph for abandoning his principles
It shows that moderation in passion, even in marriage, is commendable
What significant financial gift does Fanny receive after marrying Joseph?
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A house from Mr. Wilson
A small inheritance from Harriet
A fortune of two thousand pounds from Squire Booby
A valuable piece of land from Joseph
What moral does the ending of the novel convey?
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Wealth and power always lead to happiness
True love always prevails over obstacles
Patience is rewarded, but evil may go unpunished if the evildoer is wealthy
Villains like Lady Booby always receive harsh punishments