The Sun Also Rises Chapters 1-10 Quiz

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What do we learn about Robert Cohn's religion, social status, and education?

He attended a military Jewish school before Princeton and is rich.

The narrator states that he mistrusts what?

Frank and simple people.

Cohn never felt Jewish in high school, only when he entered college. True or False?

True

What happened to Cohn after college?

He married his first wife, had three kids, and was left for a miniature painter. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cohn like so much about the magazine he publishes? What happens to it?

He likes the authority fame and money gave him, but it became too expensive and he had to give it up. Signup and view all the answers

Which word best describes Cohn: popular, shy, or aggravated?

Shy Signup and view all the answers

Why does Cohn travel to Europe?

To write, and he connects with Francis Klein, who is older than him. Signup and view all the answers

Cohn receives supplemental income from whom? How much does he receive?

From his mom, $300 a month. Signup and view all the answers

Which word best describes Francis: domineering, witty, or shy?

Domineering Signup and view all the answers

Why does Cohn kick Jake under the table?

He was talking about other women in Strasbourg on a 'guys weekend'. Signup and view all the answers

What changes Cohn in this chapter and how does he change?

Cohn goes to New York City to publish a book, where he feels women are nicer but realizes he is less nice. Signup and view all the answers

Cohn believes that if a man is poor enough, he can make money doing what?

Playing bridge. Signup and view all the answers

How old is Cohn?

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Where does Cohn want to travel to and what is Jake's response?

Cohn wants to travel to South America, and Jake responds indicating financial constraints. Signup and view all the answers

Jake's occupation could best be defined as a(n) ______________.

newspaper editor. Signup and view all the answers

Jake tells Cohn he can travel anywhere because Cohn has plenty of what?

Money from publishing his book. Signup and view all the answers

Jake tells Cohn that the only people who live their life to the fullest are who?

Bull fighters. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cohn tell Nick he is sick of?

Paris. Signup and view all the answers

Cohn's attitude towards wanting to leave could best be defined as what?

Dissatisfaction and wanderlust. Signup and view all the answers

Jake watches the 'poules' walk up and down the boulevard. What are 'poules'?

Female escorts. Signup and view all the answers

The 'poule' asks Jake if he is what?

Sick. Signup and view all the answers

What is Jake's companion's name?

Georgette. Signup and view all the answers

What is Jake's reasoning for picking up Georgette?

He thought it would be nice to eat with someone. Signup and view all the answers

What is the narrator's full name?

Jake Barnes. Signup and view all the answers

Who do Jake and Georgette run into and what do they do?

They go to a club. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jake feel when Brett enters the club and why?

He feels angered and disgusted because she's surrounded by gay men. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Brett's physical appearance.

Flapper and attractive. Signup and view all the answers

Where is Jake from?

Kansas City, Midwest. Signup and view all the answers

When Brett and Jake enter the cab, Brett tells Jake she has been so _______.

miserable. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the cab ride, do you believe Jake and Brett have 'history' and what leads you to that conclusion?

Yes, because Brett says she doesn't want to go through hell again. Signup and view all the answers

While they are talking in the cab, Jake says, '...what happened to me is supposed to be __________'.

funny. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Zizi introduce Lady Brett to?

Count Mappo. Signup and view all the answers

When Brett says, 'I've never let you down, have I?' how does Jake respond?

He asks if she's heard from Mike lately. Signup and view all the answers

The concierge has two pieces of mail for Jake. What are they?

The bank announcement and a wedding invitation. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Jake while he served in the war?

He got injured in his privates. Signup and view all the answers

There is obvious...

There won't be intimacy. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Robert Cohn's Background

Cohn is of Jewish descent and attended a military Jewish school before Princeton, indicating a privileged background.
He expresses feelings of being out of place regarding his religion and social status.

Narrator's Mistrust

The narrator expresses mistrust toward frank and simple people, suggesting he has complicated relationships with those who are straightforward.

Cohn's High School Experience

Cohn never identified as Jewish during high school and only began to feel that identity during college.

Cohn's Marital History

After college, Cohn marries his first wife, meets a kind girl, has three children, but loses his wife to a miniature painter, leading to his move to California.

Cohn's Career Aspirations

Cohn seeks authority, fame, and money from publishing a magazine but has to abandon it due to high costs.

Personality Traits

Described as shy, Cohn struggles with popularity and social dynamics.

European Aspirations

Cohn travels to Europe with ambitions to write; he is influenced by Francis Klein, who is older and a pivotal figure in his life.

Financial Support

Cohn receives $300 monthly from his mother, supplementing his income.

Francis's Characterization

Francis is characterized as domineering, illustrating dynamics in Cohn's relationships.

Cohn kicks Jake under the table during a conversation about women, indicating tension or jealousy in their friendship.

Cohn's Transformation

Cohn experiences a shift in character during his time in New York, discovering women are more agreeable while reflecting on his own demeanor.

Bridge and Money

Cohn believes a poor man can earn money by playing bridge, highlighting his desperation or resourceful thinking.

Cohn's Age

Cohn is 34 years old, emphasizing his status in life and decisions.

Travel Aspirations

Cohn expresses a desire to travel to South America; Jake's response indicates skepticism about Cohn's finances.

Jake's Profession

Jake identifies primarily as a newspaper editor, which frames his perspective and societal interactions.

Cohn's Financial Freedom

Cohn is perceived to have plenty of money because of his book publication, allowing him greater freedom to travel.

Life Philosophy

Jake suggests that only bullfighters truly live life to the fullest, reflecting on existential themes in the narrative.

Cohn's Discontent

Cohn communicates feeling sick of Paris, hinting at his dissatisfaction and wanderlust.

"Poules" Definition

"Poules" refers to female escorts, illustrating the societal backdrop Jake navigates.

Jake's Conditional Health Perspective

A "poule" asks Jake if he feels sick like everyone else, showcasing his social barriers and self-awareness.

Jake's Companion

Jake's companion during the evening is Georgette, a character reflective of his life choices.

Jake's Companionship Reasoning

Jake picks up Georgette simply to share a meal, illustrating his longing for companionship.

Narrator's Identity

The narrator's full name is Jake Barnes, highlighting his role as a central figure in the story.

Jake and Georgette encounter friends at a club, leading to social dynamics that reveal more about their lives.

Jake's Emotional Reaction

Upon Brett's entrance at the club, Jake feels anger and disgust due to her surroundings, indicating complicated feelings toward her.

Brett's Appearance

Brett is described as a flapper and attractive, embodying the liberated spirit of the era.

Jake's Origins

Originally from Kansas City in the Midwest, Jake's background shapes his character.

Brett's Admission

Brett describes herself as miserable, referencing emotional turmoil in her life.

Relationship History

The cab ride hints at a significant history between Jake and Brett; her reluctance to face past hardships hints at unresolved issues.

Humor in Adversity

Jake describes his situation as funny, suggesting a coping mechanism despite the gravity of his circumstances.

Zizi's Introduction

Zizi introduces Lady Brett to another character, indicating underlying social ties.

Communication with Brett

When Brett asks Jake if he has ever let her down, his affirmative response reflects their complex relationship.

Jake's Correspondence

Jake receives a bank announcement and a wedding invitation, representing contrasts in life paths.

Jake's War Injury

Jake's injury during the war involved his genitals, influencing his relationship with Brett, notably in terms of intimacy.

Implied Intimacy Issues

There is an evident lack of intimacy between Jake and Brett due to his injury, complicating their emotional bond.

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Test your knowledge of Chapters 1-10 of 'The Sun Also Rises' by Ernest Hemingway. This quiz focuses on key themes, characters, and events that shape the narrative in the early part of the novel. Dive into the intricacies of Robert Cohn's background and the narrator's insights to see how well you understand the text.