Atonement Chapter 1

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What is Briony struggling with in her interaction with Lola?

The complexity of her own emotions (correct)

Her ability to write a play

Feelings of superiority over Lola

The age difference between her and Lola (correct)

What role does Briony ultimately feel she must take in the play?

An indifferent observer

Her cousin's accompanying character

A villain named Arabella

The main character, Arabella (correct)

What tactic does Lola use to persuade Briony to let her take the role of Arabella?

She appeals to Briony's sense of family

She offers Briony a leadership role

She criticizes Briony's writing skills

She implies she has prior acting experience (correct)

How does Briony feel about the play she wrote?

She finds it embarrassing Signup and view all the answers

What internal conflict does Briony experience when Lola suggests taking the role of Arabella?

Acceptance of her writing versus her self-image Signup and view all the answers

What does Pierrot express about his character desire in the play?

He wishes to be a villain Signup and view all the answers

What impression does Briony have regarding Lola's character portrayal?

She fears Lola will overshadow her Signup and view all the answers

What emotional response does Briony experience towards Lola's suggestion?

Resignation and horror Signup and view all the answers

How do the twins contribute to the conversation about the play?

They eagerly choose their own parts Signup and view all the answers

What does Briony believe about the character Arabella's characteristics?

Arabella should mirror her own appearance Signup and view all the answers

What feeling does Briony experience as she contemplates her situation?

Self-pity and loss Signup and view all the answers

What effect does Lola's behavior have on Briony during the rehearsal?

It disheartens Briony and makes her want to withdraw Signup and view all the answers

What does Briony take on in the rehearsal to regain control?

She reads the prologue and acts as director Signup and view all the answers

What emotional state does Briony primarily desire as she considers her options?

Solitude and self-reflection Signup and view all the answers

How does Briony view her mother’s actions regarding the wedding dress?

She feels betrayed and rejected Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'self-pity needed her full attention' suggest about Briony's mindset?

She is embracing her emotions and reflecting deeply Signup and view all the answers

What does Briony wish for in her fantasy of running away?

To find peace and solitude in nature Signup and view all the answers

What does the rehearsal reveal about Briony’s understanding of creative expression?

It's a complex process that requires teamwork Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of her family's dynamic is Briony struggling with?

Competition with her cousin over approval Signup and view all the answers

What does Lola's reading of Briony's play indicate about her character?

She is competitive and dismissive of others Signup and view all the answers