Tess of the d'Urbervilles

Tess of the d'Urbervilles

by

Thomas Hardy

Tess of the d'Urbervilles: Chapter 10 Quiz 6 questions

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What new activity does Tess engage in at Trantridge, and how does she feel about it?
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Tess starts participating in the local drinking tradition on Saturdays, finding it enjoyable and the other women comical
Tess begins attending church services in Trantridge, feeling a sense of peace and community
Tess takes up dancing at local gatherings, but feels out of place and uncomfortable
Tess joins a women's group in Trantridge, but feels disconnected from their interests and concerns
What do the description of the dance and Tess's reaction signify in the context of the novel?
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They illustrate Tess's longing for a simpler, more innocent life, and her discomfort with the wild, pagan-like nature of the dance
They highlight Tess's ability to find beauty and mystery in her surroundings, even in unfamiliar settings
They show Tess's curiosity and openness to new experiences, despite feeling slightly uneasy
They indicate Tess's disapproval of the village's customs and her sense of superiority over the other villagers
How does the atmosphere of the dance evolve, and what is Tess's response to Alec's offer?
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The dance becomes more intense and wild, and Tess, feeling unsafe, reluctantly accepts Alec's offer to take her home
As the dance grows wilder, Tess refuses a man's offer to dance and also declines Alec's offer to take her home, choosing to walk with others instead
The dance calms down, and Tess, feeling more comfortable, agrees to dance with a man but still refuses Alec's offer to take her home
The dance ends abruptly, and Tess, feeling lonely, accepts Alec's offer to escort her home
How do the events with Car Darch and the overall atmosphere of the scene contribute to the novel's themes?
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They indicate Tess's growing sense of alienation and her judgment of the villagers' behavior
They illustrate the joyful and carefree spirit of the village, contrasting with Tess's more reserved and cautious nature
They show the solidarity and camaraderie among the villagers, making Tess feel more welcome and secure
They highlight the rough and raucous nature of village life and Tess's discomfort with such behavior, foreshadowing the danger she faces in this environment
What escalates the confrontation between Tess and Car Darch, and how does Alec intervene?
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Car becomes violent towards Tess without provocation, but Alec quickly intervenes, scolding Car and taking Tess to safety
Tess accidentally offends Car with a comment, leading to a physical altercation, but Alec steps in to calm the situation and escorts Tess away
Tess laughs at Car's treacle incident, which angers Car, especially due to her jealousy over Alec's attention to Tess. Alec arrives on horseback and offers Tess a ride home to escape the situation
Tess and Car have a verbal argument over Alec, but Alec arrives and diffuses the tension by reprimanding both women
How does Tess's decision to ride with Alec and the reaction of the other women contribute to the themes of the novel?
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They illustrate Tess's vulnerability and the cruel nature of fate, as she is forced into a situation with Alec due to circumstances beyond her control
They show Tess's growing independence and her ability to make choices for herself, despite the opinions of others
They indicate Tess's naivety and the lack of support she receives from other women in her community
They highlight the complex dynamics of Tess's relationships with both Alec and the other women, suggesting a mix of jealousy and camaraderie