Atonement Chapter 2

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What is Cecilia Tallis's mood as she hurries along the path?

Confused and disoriented

Impatient and desperate (correct)

Joyful and carefree

Relaxed and contemplative

What object does Cecilia encounter that reminds her of Rome?

The fountain with Triton (correct)

A brick wall

A statue of a dolphin

An oak tree

Why does Cecilia decide to avoid conversation with Robbie Turner?

She is angry with him.

She feels uncomfortable talking about his future. (correct)

She does not want to discuss gardening.

She is in a hurry to leave.

How does Cecilia refresh her flowers?

She plunges them into the fountain. Signup and view all the answers

What activity has Robbie Turner recently engaged in?

Weeding in the garden Signup and view all the answers

What type of architectural style is the Tallis home described as?

Baronial Gothic Signup and view all the answers

What element contributed to Cecilia's perception of the home as a place of 'timeless, unchanging calm'?

The view down the driveway towards the trees Signup and view all the answers

Which item is mentioned as being in the drawing room alongside the Chesterfields?

A display of wintry sedge Signup and view all the answers

Why did Cecilia feel compelled to remain at home despite her restlessness?

She believed she was needed by her family. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cecilia's view of her ancestors indicate about her family's background?

They struggled with hidden histories and confusion in family ties. Signup and view all the answers

What emotional state does Cecilia seem to experience while lingering in the room?

A mix of self-punishment and anticipation Signup and view all the answers

How does Cecilia feel about her interactions with Robbie?

They are awkward and strained Signup and view all the answers

What significance does the vase hold for Cecilia and her family?

It symbolizes Uncle Clem's bravery during the war Signup and view all the answers

What is Cecilia's attitude towards the vase after learning about its past?

She appreciates its connection to her uncle's legacy Signup and view all the answers

What dilemma does Cecilia face regarding the vase before going outside?

How to arrange the flowers correctly in it Signup and view all the answers

What does Cecilia's decision to fill the vase at the fountain indicate about her?

She avoids conflict with her mother Signup and view all the answers

What does the scent that comes through the open windows symbolize for Cecilia?

Her desire to leave the house Signup and view all the answers

What does Cecilia's arrangement of the wildflowers in the vase reveal about her personality?

She has a chaotic and free-spirited nature Signup and view all the answers

What does Robbie's behavior suggest about his relationship with Cecilia?

He keeps a distance due to past misunderstandings Signup and view all the answers

What does Cecilia consider before deciding to go outside for water?

The potential conflict in the kitchen with Betty Signup and view all the answers