Tess of the d'Urbervilles

Tess of the d'Urbervilles

by

Thomas Hardy

Tess of the d'Urbervilles: Chapter 23 Quiz 7 questions

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What is significant about the fact that Tess has not left the farm until she joins the girls in going to church?
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It indicates that Tess feels trapped at the farm
It shows Tess has lost her desire for adventure
It suggests that the farm has become a place of comfort and shelter for her
It shows that church remains important to Tess
What is Angel doing when he encounters Tess and her friends?
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Walking to church
Fishing in the river
Praying outdoors
Checking the flood's damage to the hay
How does Hardy portray the women on the flooded bank?
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As helpless objects of beauty dependent on a man's help
As independent and self-reliant
As adventurous and brave
As disinterested in Angel's assistance
What biblical figure does Angel compare Tess to while carrying her?
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Eve
Mary Magdalene
Rachel
Leah
How do the other dairymaids react to Tess's apparent advantage with Angel?
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They become jealous and resentful
They are indifferent and uninterested
They accept the situation with fatalism
They confront Tess about it
What does Tess believe about Angel's intentions regarding marriage?
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She is certain he will propose to her
She thinks he will marry one of the other women
She believes he will not marry any of them
She is unsure of his intentions
What realization does Tess come to regarding her chances of marrying Angel?
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She believes Angel will choose her despite societal norms
She gives up hope because of her social class and past
She thinks Angel will marry her for love, regardless of propriety
She is confident that she can win the approval of Angel's family