Tess of the d'Urbervilles

Tess of the d'Urbervilles

by

Thomas Hardy

Tess of the d'Urbervilles: Chapter 36 Quiz 11 questions

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What does the cold gray morning symbolize in the story?
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A peaceful beginning to the day
The happiness of Tess and Angel
The couple's cold and troubled emotions
The couple's excitement for the day ahead
Which of the following is part of Angel's reaction to Tess's story and her past with Alec?
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He is relieved to learn about her past
He is happy that Alec is still in England
He is distraught about Alec being alive and still in England
He is indifferent to her past with Alec
What does Angel's response to Tess's suicidal thoughts reveal about his character?
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His deep empathy and understanding towards Tess
His realization of the impact of his actions and his determination to stick to his decision nevertheless
His cruel indifference toward Tess's suffering
His willingness to change his views about Tess, given her distress
How do Tess and Angel spend their day after breakfast?
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Angel studies with the miller while Tess cleans and waits for him
They both go to study with the miller and discuss modern machinery
Angel goes to work in the city, and Tess spends her day alone at home
They have a romantic day out, eventually forgetting their troubles
What does Tess's situation symbolize in the context of the story?
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The triumph of individual principles over societal norms
The resilience and strength of a woman in the face of adversity
The Christian virtue of charity oppressed by the harshness of modernity
Tess's success in overcoming the challenges posed by Angel and society
What happens when Tess offers her face for a kiss one morning?
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Angel kisses her and they reconcile
Angel ignores her offer, crushing Tess with his rejection
They have a heartfelt conversation and resolve their issues
Tess decides to leave Angel at that moment
What reason does Angel give for not being able to live with Tess?
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He believes they are too different in character
He thinks Tess is too emotionally unstable
He is in love with another woman in London
He cannot accept Alec as her “husband in nature” and fears their future children would suffer
What is Tess's renewed understanding of life after her experience with Angel?
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She believes that happiness can be achieved through perseverance
She is reinforced in her belief in the cruel injustice of fate
She gains a new sense of hope and optimism for the future
She realizes the power of forgiveness and reconciliation
Why doesn't Tess attempt to use her beauty and the prospect of a distant land to persuade Angel?
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Because she is too emotionally exhausted and crushed to try
Because she realizes that Angel values moral principles over physical beauty
Because she no longer loves Angel and doesn't want to persuade him
Because she believes Angel is already convinced and doesn't need persuasion
What does Tess begin to understand about Angel's character after they agree to part?
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His terrifying, unsympathetic firmness, resembling societal indifference
His willingness to be flexible and considerate of her feelings
His deep-seated love for her that he struggles to express
His desire to reconcile with her in the future
What is the mood as Tess and Angel pack their belongings?
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Hopeful for a future reconciliation and renewal of their passion
Indifferent, as they both believe their separation is temporary
One of finality, with an understanding that their passion is unlikely to return
Joyful and excited about new opportunities while they are apart