Persuasion

by

Jane Austen

Persuasion: Chapter 4 Quiz 3 questions

Test your knowledge of Chapter 4. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What was Captain Frederick Wentworth's social status in his early 20s, when he and Anne fell in love?
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He was of high social status due to his good connections
He was of lower social status, lacking wealth and good connections
He was of average social status with a stable financial situation
His social status is not mentioned in the novel
Why did Anne call off her engagement with Captain Wentworth?
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She realized that she didn't love him
She was forbidden by Sir Walter to marry Captain Wentworth
Captain Wentworth decided to leave the country, and Anne refused to go with him
She was persuaded by Lady Russell, who thought the match was unequal and imprudent
How does the addition of eight years affect Anne's marital prospects?
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It decreases her marital prospects as she nears the age of spinsterhood
It doesn't affect her marital prospects
It increases her marital prospects due to the experience and wisdom she's gained
It helps her in finding a more suitable match