A Tale of Two Cities Book the First Ch 3 & 4

Questions and Answers

What is the name of Chapter 3?

Night Shadows

What is the name of Chapter 4?

The Preparation

Who is Miss Pross?

A lady dressed in red who watches Lucy and cares for her.

How does Dickens set the tone in this novel?

Diction Signup and view all the answers

How are Jerry's eyes described?

Sinister and too close together Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'inscrutable' mean?

Mysterious Signup and view all the answers

What does Jerry do on the way back from delivering the message?

Stops to drink at taverns Signup and view all the answers

How is Jerry's hair described?

Strongly spiky wall that the best leapfrog players would not want to jump over him. Signup and view all the answers

What was Jarvis dreaming about on the mail?

Digging someone out of a grave who has been there for 18 years and having a run on the mail (bank) - he had nightmares. Signup and view all the answers

What figurative language is used in the phrase 'the rattle of the harness was the chunk of money'?

Metaphor Signup and view all the answers

How old is Dr. Manette?

45 Signup and view all the answers

Where has Dr. Manette been for 18 years?

Bastille prison Signup and view all the answers

How is Dr. Manette described?

White haired, worn, emaciated hands, sunken cheeks, cadaverous - a spectre Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of reality after Jarvis dreamt the past night?

Plough, colorful trees, ploughed land, rising sun, unyoked animals Signup and view all the answers

What is the hotel Jarvis stayed at?

Royal George Hotel Signup and view all the answers

When Jarvis arrived at the hotel, what was the coach compared to?

Dog kennel Signup and view all the answers

When Jarvis arrived at the hotel, what was he compared to?

Dog Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'packet' refer to?

Boat Signup and view all the answers

Where is Calais?

France Signup and view all the answers

What room did Jarvis stay in?

Concord Signup and view all the answers

How old is Jarvis?

60 Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Lorry wear on his head?

Wig Signup and view all the answers

What figurative language is used in the phrase 'His linen...was as white as the tops of the waves that broke upon the neighboring beach, or the specks of sail that glinted in the sunlight far at sea'?

Simile Signup and view all the answers

Mr. Lorry was composed and reserved like?

Tellson's bank Signup and view all the answers

How long has it been since Mr. Lorry was in France?

15 years Signup and view all the answers

Who is Lucy Manette?

Dr. Manette's daughter - 17 years old, blond hair, blue eyes Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Lorry tell Lucy?

Her father was found alive and they must go secretly get him. Signup and view all the answers

Who brought Lucy across the channel when her mother passed?

Mr. Lorry Signup and view all the answers

How is Lucy's room described?

Funereal - almost like a tomb - she brings life to the room. Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Lorry act when telling Lucy of her father?

Wants to keep it business-like and not personal; he is uncomfortable with the conversation. Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Lorry describe himself?

I am a mere machine; I am a man of business; I had no feelings. Signup and view all the answers

Lucy thought her father was?

Dead - her mother told her he was so she wouldn't live with the uncertainty. Signup and view all the answers

What is the line that refers to the secret of Dr. Manette?

Recalled to Life Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Lorry say about Miss Pross?

'I really think this must be a man' - humorous. Signup and view all the answers

What kind came into this and a variety of people left?

Concord hotel room (the travelers were bundled and not recognizable). Signup and view all the answers

Where is Tellson's located?

London and Paris Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Lorry do that showed his nervousness while talking with Lucy?

Fidgeted with his wig, hesitated, and kept saying this is business. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter Titles

Chapter 3 is titled "Night Shadows."
Chapter 4 is titled "The Preparation."

Characters

Miss Pross is a lady dressed in red who cares for Lucy Manette.
Jerry's eyes are described as sinister and too close together, contributing to his unnerving appearance.
Dr. Manette is 45 years old and has been imprisoned in the Bastille for 18 years.
Lucy Manette, Dr. Manette's daughter, is 17 years old with blond hair and blue eyes.

Themes and Style

Dickens establishes the novel's tone through his choice of diction, creating a sense of foreboding and mystery.
The term "inscrutable" is used to describe something that is mysterious and difficult to understand.

Events and Actions

Jerry stops at taverns to drink while returning from delivering messages.
Jarvis Lorry, after dreaming about distressed events from the past, reflects on his unsettling experiences associated with the mail.
He stays at the Royal George Hotel and previously, it has been 15 years since he was last in France.

Descriptions and Comparisons

Dr. Manette is depicted as white-haired with worn, emaciated hands, sunken cheeks, resembling a spectre.
His linen is described using the simile: "as white as the tops of the waves that broke upon the neighboring beach."
Jarvis compares the hotel coach to a dog kennel and himself to a dog, illustrating a sense of degradation upon arrival.

Significant Discoveries

Mr. Lorry informs Lucy that her father, presumed dead, has been found alive and details their secret plan to retrieve him.
Lucy’s room is characterized as funereal, almost like a tomb, but her presence brings it to life.

Mr. Lorry's Character

Mr. Lorry presents himself as a composed and reserved figure, likened to Tellson's Bank, and refers to himself as “a mere machine” with no personal feelings.
His nervousness in discussing Dr. Manette’s situation with Lucy is evident as he fidgets with his wig and tries to maintain a business-like manner.

Additional Facts

The phrase "Recalled to Life" is significant, referring to the secret of Dr. Manette’s return from captivity.
Miss Pross pushes Mr. Lorry, leading him to exclaim humorously, "I really think this must be a man."
The Concord hotel room illustrates a blend of indistinct travelers, signifying different social backgrounds.

Locations

Tellson's Bank has branches in both London and Paris.
Calais is located in France, playing a vital role in the characters' travel narrative.

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This quiz focuses on Chapters 3 and 4 of 'A Tale of Two Cities'. Test your knowledge about key characters, themes, and the author's stylistic choices. Perfect for literature enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of Dickens's work.