Jude the Obscure | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Part First, At Marygreen: Chapters 1-4

1. Why does Mr. Phillotson decide to leave Marygreen?

2. Why does Mr. Phillotson tell Jude about why he is leaving Marygreen?

3. Why does Jude's aunt lament the fact that he is living with her?

4. What two main things leave Jude feeling unwanted in his youth?

5. What deal do Dr. Vilbert and Jude make when they meet each other in Part I?

6. How does Jude sneak a note to Mr. Phillotson in Part I?