Literary Complexity Quiz: Sense and Sensibility

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What is the significance of the verb 'settled' in the opening line of Sense and Sensibility?

  • It signifies a long-standing tradition
  • It suggests a feeling of contentment
  • It implies a sense of permanence
  • It indicates a change from a previous state (correct)

Who inherits the Norland estate after the death of Mr. Dashwood?

  • John Dashwood, Mr. Dashwood's son from his late first wife (correct)
  • Elinor, the eldest Dashwood daughter
  • Mrs. Dashwood, the second wife
  • Margaret, the youngest Dashwood daughter

What could John Dashwood have been towards the Dashwood women?

  • Indifferent
  • Harsh
  • Generous (correct)
  • Sympathetic

What does the novel Sense and Sensibility revolve around?

<p>Settling, shuffling, and resettling money, houses, and relationships (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are the Dashwood women about to be turned out of their home at Norland Park?

<p>Due to two successive male deaths (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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