The Sea, the Sea | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Prehistory

1. For what does Charles say the first paragraph he's written is supposed to be for, though he is waiting to complete this?

His memoirs.

2. Charles introduces himself as an extremely successful man of the British __________.

Theater

3. From what play does Charles take the line, "I shall abjure magic and become a hermit, put myself in a situation...to learn to be good."

The Tempest

4. What is the name of Charles's new home that he has purchased after becoming retired?

Shruff End

5. What is the name of the seaside community in which Charles lives within this story?

Narrowdean

6. What room in the house where Charles lives contains windows in its walls?

Inner room

7. What are the two things which came with the house that Charles bought? An exotically framed mirror and an ugly _________.

Vase

8. Charles has a fascination...
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