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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 71-80 dated April 25th, 1811 to February 4th, 1813.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jane is disappointed that Cassandra is doing what?
(a) Coming home so soon.
(b) Moving away from home.
(c) Staying away from home longer.
(d) Getting married.

2. Why is Godmersham uncomfortable?
(a) Cassandra is not there.
(b) Jane's room is small.
(c) Jane has no friends.
(d) Jane must share a bed.

3. When does Jane retract this statement?
(a) She receives a letter from Cassandra asking for a book.
(b) She receives a commissioned biography for the prince regent.
(c) She receives a compliment from her mother regarding her last book.
(d) She receives a letter from Frank, warning of long intervals in his writing.

4. Jane gossips to her sister that Earle Harwood accidentally did what and is in the hospital where his family visits him?
(a) Fell down the stairs.
(b) Fell off his horse.
(c) Poisoned himself.
(d) Shot himself in the thigh.

5. The Austens' household articles have been ___________ finally.
(a) Purchased.
(b) Sold.
(c) Moved.
(d) Appraised.

Short Answer Questions

1. Egerton pays how much for "Pride and Prejudice?"

2. Jane quotes Hester Piozzi in "Letters to and from the late Samuel Johnson" in praise of Mr. Deedes' __________.

3. She asks Cassandra's advice about what fashion?

4. Cassandra has a pleasant journey to Godmersham, but Jane worries. Why?

5. Jane has tea with the Tilsons but is unable to go see a play because of what reason?

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