Persuasion

by

Jane Austen

Persuasion: Chapter 21 Quiz 5 questions

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How does Anne react to Mrs. Smith's assumption that she is in love with Mr. Elliot?
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Anne affirms her feelings for Mr. Elliot and agrees with Mrs. Smith
Anne hesitates but does not deny her feelings for Mr. Elliot
Anne dismisses the assumption, insisting that she will never marry Mr. Elliot
Anne neither confirms nor denies her feelings for Mr. Elliot, choosing to change the topic
What does Mrs. Smith reveal to Anne about Mr. Elliot's past?
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She claims that Mr. Elliot was a generous and kind-hearted individual
She praises Mr. Elliot's previous actions as a loyal friend to her husband
She recounts Mr. Elliot's pursuit of wealth and disregard for his lineage, describing him as cold-blooded and selfish
She mentions Mr. Elliot's love for the honor of his lineage and his respect for the Elliots
Which of the following statements best describes Mr. Elliot's actions towards Mrs. Smith after her husband's death?
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Mr. Elliot was kind and considerate, offering emotional and financial support to Mrs. Smith
Mr. Elliot distanced himself from Mrs. Smith but ensured that she was financially stable
Mr. Elliot took on the role of Mrs. Smith's protector and provided for her needs
Mr. Elliot distanced himself from Mrs. Smith but ensured that she was financially stableMr. Elliot showed an almost inexplicably cruel disregard for Mrs. Smith
Why has Mr. Elliot reestablished acquaintance with Sir Walter, according to Mrs. Smith?
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He wants to reconnect with his family out of a sense of loyalty and nostalgia
He hopes to prevent Sir Walter from remarrying, particularly to Mrs. Clay, as this could threaten his inheritance of Kellynch
He seeks forgiveness from Sir Walter for his previous disregard of their lineage
He wishes to collaborate with Sir Walter in managing the family estate
What does the revelation about Mr. Elliot's character confirm about Anne?
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It validates Anne's compassionate renewal of friendship with Mrs. Smith and her superior judgment
It confirms Anne's poor judgment in choosing her acquaintances
It illustrates Anne's naivety in trusting Mr. Elliot despite his past actions
It shows Anne's inability to judge people's character accurately