Tess of the d'Urbervilles

Tess of the d'Urbervilles

by

Thomas Hardy

Tess of the d'Urbervilles: Chapter 31 Quiz 12 questions

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What advice does Joan Durbeyfield give to Tess in her letter regarding Tess's past?
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She encourages Tess to be completely honest with Angel about her past
She congratulates Tess and advises her to avoid mentioning her past "Trouble"
She suggests Tess should break off the engagement due to her past
She instructs Tess to seek Angel's family's approval regarding her past
How does Tess's attitude change following the decision to keep her past quiet from Angel?
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She becomes anxious and doubtful about her future
She feels an overwhelming sense of happiness and idealizes Angel
She grows resentful towards Angel for not understanding her past
She becomes indifferent towards her relationship with Angel
How does Tess view Angel's character and behavior towards her?
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She is often surprised and appreciative of his chivalry and thoughtfulness
She is skeptical and critical of his intentions
She finds his behavior overbearing and controlling
She is indifferent and unimpressed by his actions
What change occurs in Angel's understanding of Tess's behavior, such as her tendency to seek him out whenever they are outdoors?
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He encourages her to be more independent
He continues to view it negatively, despite understanding its cultural context
He realizes her behavior is customary in the countryside
He asks her to behave more reservedly in public
What is Angel's response when Tess asks if he would be ashamed to be seen with her by his Emminster friends?
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He admits that he would be somewhat embarrassed
He humorously remarks that a Clare could never be ashamed of a d'Urberville
He avoids the question and changes the subject
He reassures her that his friends' opinions don't matter to him
Despite her happiness with Angel, what does Tess remain aware of?
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Her responsibilities at the dairy farm
The potential disapproval of Angel's family
The need to maintain her independence in the relationship
The dark past that still looms over her
What concern does Tess express to Angel during their evening alone at home?
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She voices her feelings of unworthiness
She worries about their financial future
She expresses a desire to leave the dairy farm
She brings up concerns about Angel's family
What is Angel's perception of Tess's behavior when she returns after calming down?
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He sees her as being thoughtful and composed
He accuses her of acting capriciously
He admires her for her strength and resilience
He becomes more understanding of her emotional state
What is Angel's hope regarding the next step in his and Tess's relationship?
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He wants to postpone the wedding indefinitely
He plans to leave the dairy farm and start a new life alone
He suggests they should end their engagement
He wishes to set a definite date for their wedding
What is Dairyman Crick's reaction upon learning about Tess and Angel's betrothal?
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He is surprised and disapproves of the match
He congratulates Angel, but Tess has disappeared from the scene
He offers them his blessings and a celebration
He remains indifferent and changes the subject
How do Tess's roommates react to the news of her betrothal to Angel?
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They are in awe and cannot bring themselves to dislike her
They are jealous and angry
They are indifferent and dismissive
They congratulate her and express their happiness
What effect does the interaction with her roommates have on Tess's decision-making?
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It reinforces her decision to keep her past a secret from Angel
It makes her feel more confident about her future with Angel
It prompts her to resolve again to tell Angel the truth
It leads her to reconsider marrying Angel