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Book 2, Chapter 16 Quiz
Test your knowledge of Book 2, Chapter 17. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
How does the novel use Mrs. Farebrother's character for comic relief?
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By highlighting her modern and progressive views
Through her old-fashioned and anachronistic views
By showing her as a silent and mysterious figure
Through her outgoing yet awkward personality
What does Mrs. Farebrother's lament about the current state of agreement on moral issues suggest about her view of the past?
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She believes the past was a time of greater moral ambiguity and confusion
She views the past as a period of consensus and clarity on moral issues
She thinks that people used to be more disagreeable and argumentative
She feels that the past was less enlightened in terms of moral and ethical understanding
What does Lydgate's lack of hobbies outside of medicine suggest about his character?
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It hints that he is narrow-minded and lacks a broader perspective on life
It portrays him as a well-rounded individual with diverse interests
It emphasizes his dedication and passion for his profession
It shows his disinterest in forming personal relationships
What does Farebrother suggest is missing in Lydgate's life?
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A sense of humility and willingness to listen to advice
More hobbies outside of his medical career
A good wife to support and aid in his work
A better understanding of the political dynamics in Middlemarch
How does the chaplaincy decision illustrate the complexity of community politics in Middlemarch?
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It shows that decisions are made based solely on merit and qualifications
It proves that community support can overcome any personal prejudices
It demonstrates a clear and straightforward decision-making process
It highlights how personal biases and irrelevant factors needlessly complicate decisions
