Tess of the d'Urbervilles

Tess of the d'Urbervilles

by

Thomas Hardy

Tess of the d'Urbervilles: Chapter 42 Quiz 4 questions

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What drastic steps does Tess take to avoid unwanted attention from men?
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Tess dons her oldest clothes, covers her face, and cuts off her eyebrows, aiming to appear unattractive to all men except Angel
She changes her route to avoid encountering men
Tess dons her oldest clothes, covers her face, and cuts off her eyebrows, aiming to appear unattractive to all men except Angel
She confronts the men who flirt with her and asks them to stop
How does the narrative use the setting of Flintcomb-Ash to reflect Tess's current state?
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The farm's warmth and fertility symbolize Tess's renewed hope and happiness
Flintcomb-Ash's bleakness and harshness mirror Tess's unhappiness and sense of lost innocence
The narrative portrays Flintcomb-Ash as a place of new beginnings and opportunities for Tess
It is depicted as a neutral setting with no particular significance to Tess's situation
How does the novel depict Tess's emotional state and her relationship with Angel when she arrives at Flintcomb-Ash?
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Tess is shown to have moved on from Angel and is focusing on her future
Tess feels indifferent about Angel's absence and is more concerned with finding work
She idealizes Angel and relies on him for happiness, yet is unable to discuss their situation openly due to shame
She blames Angel for all her misfortunes and expresses anger towards him
Why is Tess hired to work until Lady-Day at the farm near Flintcomb-Ash?
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Because of her exceptional skills and experience in farm work
The farm prefers to hire women over men due to the lower wages they require
Tess is known for her hardworking nature and positive attitude
The farm is short-staffed and desperately needs any available workers