Questions and Answers
What events lead to Lockwood becoming sick in Chapter 10?
Dramatic events and a visit from Heathcliff.
Who does Catherine marry?
Edgar.
Heathcliff is welcomed warmly by Catherine upon his return.
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What does Nelly refuse to do when she fears for Catherine's health?
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What does Isabella seek from Edgar in Chapter 13?
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What threatens Nelly when she refuses to let Heathcliff visit Catherine?
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What happens shortly after Catherine gives birth?
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Catherine is buried in a daily plot.
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What does Hindley obsess over after Catherine's death?
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What does Cathy wish to see when Edgar is away?
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Study Notes
Chapter 10
- Lockwood falls ill following intense events, prompting a visit from Heathcliff.
- Nelly resumes the tale after a three-year gap; Catherine marries Edgar and grows to love him.
- Heathcliff's return excites Catherine; he now appears refined and gentlemanly.
- Heathcliff manipulates Hindley through gambling, creating an illusion of wealth, drawing Catherine and Isabella to him.
Chapter 11
- Nelly encounters Hareton at Wuthering Heights, where he is rude and aggressive.
- Heathcliff forbids Nelly to educate Hareton after she offers assistance.
- Tensions arise as Catherine confronts Heathcliff about his feelings for Isabella, leading to Edgar's involvement.
- Catherine locks herself away in a fit of distress, refusing to eat, and Edgar warns Isabella against marrying Heathcliff.
Chapter 12
- After several days, a weak Catherine allows the servants to care for her.
- Her reflections on childhood and love reveal her emotional turmoil; she feels dead inside without Heathcliff.
- Edgar seeks medical help for Catherine, emphasizing hope for recovery.
- Isabella elopes with Heathcliff, prompting Edgar to downplay their relationship.
Chapter 13
- Catherine’s health deteriorates; recovery requires extensive nursing from Nelly and Edgar.
- Catherine discovers she is pregnant during her recovery period.
- Isabella reaches out to Edgar, seeking forgiveness for her unhappy marriage, describing her mistreatment at Wuthering Heights.
- Hindley's obsession with avenging himself on Heathcliff is revealed.
Chapter 14
- Nelly visits Isabella, who expresses disappointment over Edgar's lack of communication.
- Heathcliff's anger grows as he demands news about Catherine; Nelly refuses to let him visit.
- Under threat, Nelly agrees to deliver a letter from Heathcliff to Catherine.
Chapter 15
- Nelly takes advantage of Edgar's absence at church to deliver Heathcliff's letter to Catherine.
- Catherine, in a frail state, embraces Heathcliff, fearing separation.
- Their conversation reveals deep emotional scars; Heathcliff cannot forgive the pain Catherine inflicted upon herself.
- Edgar's impending return causes chaos, leading to Catherine fainting.
Chapter 16
- Catherine gives birth to a premature girl but dies shortly after.
- Heathcliff exhibits knowledge of her fate and curses her, yearning for her spirit.
- Edgar mourns by her side; Heathcliff's intrusion during the vigil highlights tension.
- Catherine is buried beneath a tree rather than a conventional plot, reflecting her unique spirit.
Chapter 17
- Isabella clandestinely visits the Grange during Edgar's sleep, sharing insights on conflict between Hindley and Heathcliff.
- Hindley's violent confrontations with Heathcliff lead to his decline and eventual death.
- Isabella flees to London, giving birth to Linton, who is later left without a father figure after Isabella’s death.
- Heathcliff plans to exploit his connection with Linton and retains control over Hareton, reducing him to servitude.
Chapter 18
- Cathy, now a spirited thirteen-year-old, craves knowledge about Wuthering Heights.
- Unaware of her family's past and connections, she sneaks out to meet Linton.
- After a playful day together, Nelly reveals Linton’s lower social standing as Catherine wrestles with the secret of her newfound acquaintance.
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Test your knowledge of chapters 10 to 18 of 'Wuthering Heights'. This quiz covers key events, character developments, and important themes as the story progresses. Prepare to dive deep into the complexities of relationships and emotions found in these chapters.
