The Time Machine

by

H. G. Wells

The Time Machine: Chapter 2 Quiz 3 questions

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What does the beginning of Chapter 2 suggest about the Time Traveller's social standing and how he is perceived by his peers?
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He is an outsider among the British upper class due to his odd and eccentric nature
He is admired for his scientific knowledge and his worldly wisdom
He is considered a leading figure in his social circle despite his mysteriousness
He is fully accepted and fits in well with his fellow elite intellectuals
What is the significance of the guests invited by the Time Traveller to the dinner?
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They are all friends and family of the Time Traveller
They are all influential and highly educated individuals
They are fellow scientists and inventors interested in time travel
They are random acquaintances without any specific qualifications
Before he tells his story, what does the Time Traveller's attitude indicate?
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He is indifferent to whether his guests believe him or not
He is confident that his story will be easily accepted
He is only interested in impressing his guests with his adventure
He is aware that his story sounds unbelievable