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Book 1, Chapter 11 Quiz
Test your knowledge of Book 1, Chapter 12. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What does the widespread judgmental attitude in Middlemarch indicate about the community?
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It is a supportive and tightly-knit community
It is a community that values personal freedom and individuality
It is highly critical and judgmental, making it difficult to live without scrutiny
It encourages diversity and acceptance of different lifestyles
What role does gossip play in the dynamics of Middlemarch society?
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It serves as a means of sharing important news and updates
It reinforces social bonds and community ties
It acts as a source of conflict and misunderstanding
It promotes transparency and honesty among community members
How does wealth impact Mr. Featherstone's relationships with his family members?
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It strengthens familial bonds and brings them closer together
It leads to suspicion and paranoia about others' motives
It creates a sense of trust and mutual respect among relatives
It ensures that he receives the best possible care and attention
What does Featherstone's demand for a letter from Bulstrode indicate about his trust in Fred?
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He fully trusts Fred and is simply seeking confirmation
He has considerable doubts about Fred's honesty and intentions
He is using the situation as a test of Fred's loyalty and respect
He wants to strengthen the relationship between Fred and Bulstrode
How does society's valuation of Rosamond for her looks reflect broader societal attitudes?
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It underscores the superficial nature of societal judgments based on appearance
It shows a progressive appreciation for both beauty and intellect in women
It indicates a balanced view of women's roles in society
It demonstrates an emphasis on traditional values and domestic roles for women
What does Rosamond's admiration for Lydgate's haughty manner reveal about her character?
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She values humility and kindness in people
She is indifferent to people's behavior and attitudes
She prefers men who are modest and unassuming
She is attracted to confidence and a sense of superiority in men
How does the potential relationship between Fred and Mary challenge societal expectations?
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It confirms the societal belief that opposites attract
It suggests that social status is irrelevant in matters of love
It illustrates that love transcends differences in personality and work ethic
It shows that societal expectations accurately predict romantic matches
What does the exchange between Lydgate and Rosamond reveal about their potential compatibility?
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They share a mutual disinterest in the arts and culture
They both appreciate and excel in traditional gender roles
They have a common disdain for Middlemarch's provincialism
They disagree on the value of music and artistic talent
How do the preoccupations of Rosamond and Fred highlight the influence of societal expectations in Middlemarch?
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They reveal the pressure to maintain and enhance one's social status and reputation
They show how societal expectations encourage personal growth and self-improvement
They demonstrate the community's support for individual ambitions and dreams
They indicate a societal disregard for reputation and social standing
What does Rosamond's reaction to Fred's feelings for Mary suggest about her view on relationships?
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She believes that love should transcend social and personal differences
She is supportive of Fred's romantic interests, regardless of social standing
She finds the idea of Fred being in love with Mary surprising and somewhat inappropriate, showing she prizes compatibility between partners
She encourages Fred to pursue Mary despite Mary's indicated refusal, showing she believes persistence will win in the end
