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To the Lighthouse Quiz

Virginia Woolf
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To the Lighthouse Quiz

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1)

Why is Nancy brooding? (from The Window Chapters 14, 15 and 16)

She is upset that Andrew left her alone.
She is angry with her mother.
She is angry that Paul is with Minta.
She reduced her body, her life, and all the people in the world into nothingness.
2)

Lily had gone to a Hall to hear Mr. Tansley speak. What was the topic of his speech (from The Lighthouse Chapters 9, 10 and 11)

He was giving a speech about human suffering through the ages.
He was denouncing something, condemning someone, and talking about brotherly love
He was talking about the meaning of life and revelations.
He was talking about the role of religion in today's world.
3)

As Mrs. Ramsay sits at the head of the dinner table, what is she contemplating? (from The Window Chapter 17)

She wonders what she has accomplished, feeling her life is over.
She wonders what will become of her children.
She thinks about leaving her husband.
She wonders why dinner is late.
4)

What was the worst moment of Paul's life? (from The Window Chapters 14, 15 and 16)

Losing his job
Losing his mother and father
Being rejected by a college
Asking Minta to marry him
5)

Why does Mr. Ramsay become angry with Augustus during dinner? (from The Window Chapter 17)

Augustus chews loudly.
Augustus spills his wine.
Augustus asks for another bowl of soup.
Augustus belches at the table.
6)

Where does the only light come from in the darkness of the house? (from Time Passes Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7)

The moon
The Lighthouse
A distant fire
A neighbor's lantern
7)

What does Lily think offended people about Mrs. Ramsay? (from The Lighthouse Chapters 9, 10 and 11)

Her callousness and selfishness
Her constant refusal to help her husband
Her superior demeanor
Her beauty and her giving in to her husbands whims
8)

As the Ramsay's approach the Lighthouse, the waves break upon the rocks. What does Woolf compare these waves to? (from The Lighthouse Chapters 12, 13 and 14)

Icicles smashing on the rocks
Foaming seltzer overflowing on the rocks
Smashed glass upon the rocks
Leaves swirling in the wind
9)

What is it that Mr. Ramsay wants Mrs. Ramsay to say to him, but she is unable to? (from The Window Chapters 18 and 19)

I adore you.
You are brilliant.
You are a good husband.
I love you.
10)

How does Mrs. Ramsay feel about her husband as she looks at him across the table? (from The Window Chapter 17)

She thinks about his brilliance.
She thinks about what a wonderful father he is.
She doesn't know how she ever felt any affection for him.
She thinks about how much she loves him.
11)

As Lily paints, what does she think about Mr. Tansley? (from The Lighthouse Chapters 3 and 4)

She remembers how wealthy he was.
She remembers how interesting he was.
She remembers how everyone liked him.
She remembers a time when he was nice.
12)

Which one of Mr. Ramsay's daughters does he escort down the aisle to be married? (from Time Passes Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7)

Prue
Cam
Nancy
Rose
13)

Why does Mrs. Ramsay feel she can return to her dreamland of twenty years ago in the Manning's drawing room? (from The Window Chapter 17)

Because dinner is over
Because Lily got a conversation going with Mr. Tansley
Because she is sick of her guests
Because no one is paying attention to her
14)

What does Lily think will happen if she shouts loud enough? (from The Lighthouse Chapter 5)

She thinks Mrs. Ramsay will return.
Her frustration over her painting will fade.
Mr. Ramsay will hear her from the boat.
She will get Mr. Carmichael's attention.
15)

How does Mrs. Ramsay determine which necklace to wear to dinner? (from The Window Chapters 14, 15 and 16)

She closes her eyes and picks one from the jewelry box.
She holds each necklace against the dress, finding the closest match.
She lets Mr. Ramsay choose for her.
She lets her children, Jasper and Rose, to choose the necklace.
16)

How does Lily think Mr. Ramsay has changed through the years? (from The Lighthouse Chapters 1 and 2)

He developed an interest in ordinary human things and shed his worries and ambitions
He is a more loving father.
He does not like books anymore.
He became even more obnoxious and unfriendly.
17)

Why is Lily surprised that when she looks at her painting, she cannot see it? (from The Lighthouse Chapter 5)

She realizes that she is crying, but didn't think she felt anything for Mrs. Ramsay.
A swarm of gnats fly in her eyes.
She didn't realize that her hat had fallen over her eyes.
She suddenly loses vision in both eyes.
18)

Who are the first guests to arrive at the Ramsay's house? (from Time Passes Chapters 8, 9 and 10)

Andrew and James
Minta and Paul
Lily Briscoe and Mr. Carmichael
Mr. Tansley and Prue
19)

What does James remember as they all sit in the hot sun on the boat? (from The Lighthouse Chapters 6, 7 and 8)

He remembers his father taking his mother away from him.
He remembers his father telling him that it would rain and he wouldn't be able to go to the lighthouse.
He remembers the arguments his parents used to have.
He remembers cutting pictures out of a catalogue.
20)

James looks at his father, seeing him as tired and old. What does he compare his father to? (from The Lighthouse Chapters 12, 13 and 14)

A dead, leafless oak tree
An old stone lying on the sand
The empty shell of an ancient tortoise
An old dog lying in the sun
21)

How does Mr. Ramsay feel about marriage engagements? (from The Window Chapters 18 and 19)

Engagements are inane.
The marriage will never last
The girl will never live up to the young man's standards
The girl is too good for the young man
22)

How does Mr. Ramsay look at Lily? (from The Lighthouse Chapters 1 and 2)

As if seeing her for the first time
With disgust
With longing
With contempt
23)

What is the condition of the house in the heat of the summer? (from Time Passes Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7)

The summer sun is shining on the porch.
The heat is warping the roof.
Flies weave webs in the sunny rooms, weeds grow near the glass
The sun adds warmth to the cheery rooms.
24)

How does Lily see Mr. Ramsay's face? (from The Lighthouse Chapters 1 and 2)

As younger than his age
As old and tired
As extraordinary
As wrinkled and haggard
25)

What is the comment Andrew makes about women while they are looking for the brooch? (from The Window Chapters 14, 15 and 16)

Women have no control over their emotions
Women are more patient than men
Women are useless in a crisis
Women are too sentimental
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