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What is the primary source of Romola's disillusionment in her marriage to Tito?
What is the primary source of Romola's disillusionment in her marriage to Tito?
- The pressures of social expectations
- Tito's selfish ambitions and true character (correct)
- Her lack of intellectual fulfillment
- Their inability to have children
What is the central theme of Felix Holt, the Radical?
What is the central theme of Felix Holt, the Radical?
- The importance of social reform (correct)
- The struggle for women's rights
- The power struggle between the wealthy and the working class
- The impact of industrialization on rural life
What is the primary goal of Felix Holt's return to his hometown?
What is the primary goal of Felix Holt's return to his hometown?
- To make a difference in the lives of the working class (correct)
- To run for political office
- To start a business
- To claim his inheritance
What is the significance of Esther Lyon's character in Felix Holt, the Radical?
What is the significance of Esther Lyon's character in Felix Holt, the Radical?
What is the central concern of Gwendolen Harleth in Daniel Deronda?
What is the central concern of Gwendolen Harleth in Daniel Deronda?
What is the significance of Daniel Deronda's discovery of his Jewish heritage?
What is the significance of Daniel Deronda's discovery of his Jewish heritage?
What is the outcome of Daniel Deronda's decision to work for Jewish causes?
What is the outcome of Daniel Deronda's decision to work for Jewish causes?
What is the common thread among the novels discussed?
What is the common thread among the novels discussed?
What is the primary characteristic of Tito's ambitions?
What is the primary characteristic of Tito's ambitions?
What is the outcome of Romola's disillusionment with her marriage?
What is the outcome of Romola's disillusionment with her marriage?