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What was Hughie Erskine's annual allowance from his aunt?
What was Hughie Erskine's annual allowance from his aunt?
- Five hundred
- Two hundred (correct)
- One thousand
- Fifty
What did Hughie Erskine's father leave him in the inheritance?
What did Hughie Erskine's father leave him in the inheritance?
- A large sum of money
- A successful business
- A country estate and a collection of paintings
- A cavalry sword and a library in fifteen volumes (correct)
What professions did Hughie Erskine attempt before becoming 'nothing'?
What professions did Hughie Erskine attempt before becoming 'nothing'?
- Stock Exchange, tea-merchant, selling dry sherry (correct)
- Lawyer, doctor, engineer
- Actor, musician, writer
- Chef, architect, farmer
What was one of Hughie Erskine's notable characteristics?
What was one of Hughie Erskine's notable characteristics?
According to the passage, what is the profession of romance considered to be?
According to the passage, what is the profession of romance considered to be?
What is the profession of the unemployed according to the text?
What is the profession of the unemployed according to the text?
What did Hughie Erskine's father leave him in his inheritance?
What did Hughie Erskine's father leave him in his inheritance?
How did Hughie Erskine earn his living?
How did Hughie Erskine earn his living?
What was Hughie Erskine's annual allowance?
What was Hughie Erskine's annual allowance?
What was one of Hughie Erskine's notable attributes?
What was one of Hughie Erskine's notable attributes?
Study Notes
Hughie Erskine's Background
- Hughie Erskine's aunt provided him with an annual allowance of £800.
- His father left him £3,000 in his inheritance.
Hughie Erskine's Career
- Before embracing a life of luxury, Hughie Erskine attempted to pursue careers as a farmer, a diplomat, and a painter.
- Failing to succeed in these endeavors, he decided to become 'nothing' instead.
Hughie Erskine's Characteristics
- One of Hughie Erskine's notable characteristics was his laziness.
The Concept of Professions
- According to the passage, the profession of romance is considered to be 'nothing'.
- The profession of the unemployed is also regarded as being 'nothing'.
Hughie Erskine's Livelihood
- Hughie Erskine earned his living by doing 'nothing', relying on his annual allowance and inheritance.
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Test your knowledge of "The Model Millionaire" by Oscar Wilde with this engaging quiz. Explore the themes, characters, and plot of this classic short story while having fun and enhancing your understanding of the text.
