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Who was left to inherit Old Mr.Dashwood's estate?
Who was left to inherit Old Mr.Dashwood's estate?
- John Dashwood and his son Harry (correct)
- Henry Dashwood and his three daughters
- Elinor Dashwood and her sisters
- Edward Ferrars and his mother
Why was John Dashwood unable to provide for his wife and daughters?
Why was John Dashwood unable to provide for his wife and daughters?
- He inherited very little from his father (correct)
- He had too many debts
- He did not have a good job
- He spent all his money on luxurious items
Who convinces John Dashwood to give only five hundred pounds to his stepmother and half-sisters?
Who convinces John Dashwood to give only five hundred pounds to his stepmother and half-sisters?
- His father's lawyer
- His brother Edward
- His wife Fanny (correct)
- His son Harry
Who becomes the mistress of Norland following Mr.Henry Dashwood's death?
Who becomes the mistress of Norland following Mr.Henry Dashwood's death?
Who develops a strong attachment to Elinor Dashwood during his visit to Norland?
Who develops a strong attachment to Elinor Dashwood during his visit to Norland?
Which character in the text is described as 'the only sensible and rational woman'?
Which character in the text is described as 'the only sensible and rational woman'?
Who does Marianne long for, according to the text?
Who does Marianne long for, according to the text?
What is notable about Elinor's grief compared to Marianne and Mrs. Dashwood?
What is notable about Elinor's grief compared to Marianne and Mrs. Dashwood?
How does Austen reveal her feelings towards disagreeable characters in the text?
How does Austen reveal her feelings towards disagreeable characters in the text?
What does the text suggest about Marianne and Margaret's romanticism?
What does the text suggest about Marianne and Margaret's romanticism?
Why is Edward Ferrars described as a simple man in the text?
Why is Edward Ferrars described as a simple man in the text?
According to the laws of male primogeniture mentioned in the text, why does the Dashwood estate go to Henry Dashwood's nephew instead of his daughters?
According to the laws of male primogeniture mentioned in the text, why does the Dashwood estate go to Henry Dashwood's nephew instead of his daughters?
What does the mention of Mrs. Dashwood's cousin Sir John Middleton inviting them to Barton Cottage reveal about Fanny?
What does the mention of Mrs. Dashwood's cousin Sir John Middleton inviting them to Barton Cottage reveal about Fanny?
What role do material realities play in Austen's novel, as mentioned in the text?
What role do material realities play in Austen's novel, as mentioned in the text?
How does Elinor's attitude towards Edward Ferrars differ from Marianne's, based on the text?
How does Elinor's attitude towards Edward Ferrars differ from Marianne's, based on the text?
Who is described as a retired officer, friend of Sir John Middleton, and falls in love with Marianne Dashwood?
Who is described as a retired officer, friend of Sir John Middleton, and falls in love with Marianne Dashwood?
Which character manipulates John Dashwood to provide very little money for his mother and sisters?
Which character manipulates John Dashwood to provide very little money for his mother and sisters?
Who is described as the kind and loving mother of Elinor, Marianne, and Margaret, and the second wife to Henry Dashwood?
Who is described as the kind and loving mother of Elinor, Marianne, and Margaret, and the second wife to Henry Dashwood?
Which character inherits the Norland estate from Mr. Henry Dashwood, leaving his wife and daughters impoverished?
Which character inherits the Norland estate from Mr. Henry Dashwood, leaving his wife and daughters impoverished?
Who is the weak-minded and money-grubbing heir to the Norland estate?
Who is the weak-minded and money-grubbing heir to the Norland estate?
Which character shares Marianne's romantic tendencies and is described as good-humored in the text?
Which character shares Marianne's romantic tendencies and is described as good-humored in the text?
Which character is composed but affectionate, showing love for Edward Ferrars and support for Marianne?
Which character is composed but affectionate, showing love for Edward Ferrars and support for Marianne?
Who does Marianne initially fall in love with?
Who does Marianne initially fall in love with?
Who ultimately marries Lucy Steele in the novel?
Who ultimately marries Lucy Steele in the novel?
Which character is described as manipulative and wealthy in the text?
Which character is described as manipulative and wealthy in the text?
Who is Mrs. Jennings' talkative and foolish daughter?
Who is Mrs. Jennings' talkative and foolish daughter?
Which character inherits the mother's fortune after Edward is disinherited?
Which character inherits the mother's fortune after Edward is disinherited?
Who is the wealthy heiress that Willoughby marries after abandoning Marianne?
Who is the wealthy heiress that Willoughby marries after abandoning Marianne?
Which character invites the Dashwood sisters to stay at Barton Cottage?
Which character invites the Dashwood sisters to stay at Barton Cottage?
Who is described as gruff and unemotional in the text?
Who is described as gruff and unemotional in the text?
In what year did Jane Austen complete the first version of Pride and Prejudice?
In what year did Jane Austen complete the first version of Pride and Prejudice?
Where did Jane Austen live from 1805 to 1809 with her mother and sisters?
Where did Jane Austen live from 1805 to 1809 with her mother and sisters?
What was the title under which Northanger Abbey was initially written?
What was the title under which Northanger Abbey was initially written?
Which novel by Jane Austen is considered to be a study of frustration and woman’s fate in society?
Which novel by Jane Austen is considered to be a study of frustration and woman’s fate in society?
Who was the wealthy heiress that Willoughby married after abandoning Marianne?
Who was the wealthy heiress that Willoughby married after abandoning Marianne?
What significant event occurred in 1804 that impacted Jane Austen personally and her writing?
What significant event occurred in 1804 that impacted Jane Austen personally and her writing?
What encouraged Jane Austen to prepare 'Sense and Sensibility' and 'Pride and Prejudice' for publication?
What encouraged Jane Austen to prepare 'Sense and Sensibility' and 'Pride and Prejudice' for publication?
Who facilitated the publication of 'Sense and Sensibility' for Jane Austen?
Who facilitated the publication of 'Sense and Sensibility' for Jane Austen?
Which village in England did Jane Austen move to in 1809?
Which village in England did Jane Austen move to in 1809?
What was the response of the leading reviews, the Critical Review and the Quarterly Review, to 'Sense and Sensibility'?
What was the response of the leading reviews, the Critical Review and the Quarterly Review, to 'Sense and Sensibility'?
Which brother of Jane Austen provided her with a cottage in Chawton?
Which brother of Jane Austen provided her with a cottage in Chawton?
What role did Jane Austen's brother Henry play in her writing career?
What role did Jane Austen's brother Henry play in her writing career?
'Sense and Sensibility' was published anonymously in what year?
'Sense and Sensibility' was published anonymously in what year?
'Sense and Sensibility' was praised for its blend of ____________.
'Sense and Sensibility' was praised for its blend of ____________.
Which of the following novels by Jane Austen was published posthumously?
Which of the following novels by Jane Austen was published posthumously?
In which English county was Jane Austen born?
In which English county was Jane Austen born?
What was the occupation of Jane Austen's father, George Austen?
What was the occupation of Jane Austen's father, George Austen?
Which novel by Jane Austen is known for vividly depicting English middle-class life in the early 19th century?
Which novel by Jane Austen is known for vividly depicting English middle-class life in the early 19th century?
Who was Jane Austen's closest companion throughout her life?
Who was Jane Austen's closest companion throughout her life?
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Study Notes
Inheritance and Estate
- The Norland estate is left to Henry Dashwood's nephew, John Dashwood, due to the laws of male primogeniture.
- John Dashwood is unable to provide for his wife and daughters because he is weak-minded and money-grubbing.
- John Dashwood inherits the Norland estate, leaving his mother and sisters impoverished.
Characters and Relationships
- Elinor Dashwood is described as the only sensible and rational woman.
- Elinor develops a strong attachment to Edward Ferrars during his visit to Norland.
- Marianne longs for Willoughby, and her grief is more emotional and expressive than Elinor's and Mrs. Dashwood's.
- Elinor's attitude towards Edward Ferrars is more composed and affectionate than Marianne's.
- Colonel Brandon is described as a retired officer, friend of Sir John Middleton, and falls in love with Marianne Dashwood.
- Fanny Dashwood manipulates John Dashwood to provide very little money for his mother and sisters.
- Mrs. Dashwood is described as the kind and loving mother of Elinor, Marianne, and Margaret, and the second wife to Henry Dashwood.
Plot and Themes
- Material realities play a significant role in Austen's novel, highlighting the importance of financial security for women.
- Austen reveals her feelings towards disagreeable characters through her descriptions of their personalities and actions.
- The text suggests that Marianne and Margaret are romantic and idealistic in their views on love.
Background and Context
- Jane Austen completed the first version of Pride and Prejudice in 1796.
- Jane Austen lived in Southampton from 1805 to 1809 with her mother and sisters.
- Northanger Abbey was initially written under the title Susan.
- Sense and Sensibility is considered a study of frustration and woman's fate in society.
- Jane Austen's brother, Henry Austen, facilitated the publication of Sense and Sensibility.
- The novel was published anonymously in 1811 and praised for its blend of humor and morality.
- Jane Austen's brother, Edward Austen Knight, provided her with a cottage in Chawton.
- Jane Austen was born in Steventon, Hampshire, and her father, George Austen, was a clergyman.
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