Year of Wonders Themes Quiz
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What does the text suggest about the townspeople's attitude towards the plague?

  • The townspeople are becoming increasingly optimistic about the situation. (correct)
  • The townspeople are divided in their attitude towards the plague.
  • The townspeople are becoming increasingly pessimistic about the situation.
  • The townspeople's attitude towards the plague remains unchanged.

    • What does the text suggest is a major challenge the townspeople face in rebuilding their community?

  • The lingering resentment over Josiah's punishment.
  • The lack of religious guidance from Mompellion.
  • Aphra's unresolved presence and criminal behavior.
  • The enormous death toll from the plague. (correct)

    • What does the text suggest about Mompellion's role in the community?

  • Mompellion sees himself solely as a spiritual guide, not a political leader.
  • Mompellion is primarily concerned with the worldly fate of Eyam, not its spiritual well-being.
  • Mompellion recognizes his dual role as both a spiritual and political leader. (correct)
  • Mompellion's role as a leader is not clearly defined in the text.

    • What does Aphra's use of the knife from Josiah's punishment suggest?

    <p>Aphra's actions are motivated by her lingering resentment over the manner of Josiah's death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the relationship between religious and sociopolitical issues in the story?

    <p>Religious ideas and developments are inextricably linked to sociopolitical issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the nature of Elinor's murder?

    <p>Elinor's murder was a senseless act, as she had nothing to do with Aphra's grievances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the effectiveness of Josiah's punishment as a means of resolving a crime?

    <p>Josiah's punishment perpetuated resentment and incited Aphra to further criminal behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the relationship between Aphra and Josiah?

    <p>Aphra and Josiah had a contentious relationship marked by resentment and conflict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the role of the plague in the events described?

    <p>The plague is the primary driver of the events and conflicts described in the text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the townspeople's ability to rebuild their community after the plague?

    <p>The townspeople are facing significant challenges in their efforts to rebuild their community.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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