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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 21-30 dated June 11th, 1799 to January 1st, 1801.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Jane dissuades Cassandra from asking who to escort her to Steventon?
(a) Sir John.
(b) Sir Thomas.
(c) Sir Matthew.
(d) Sir Robert.

3. On Monday, a parcel from London arrives. Jane is grateful to Cassandra for the long letter and many gifts, and Mr. Austen is pleased with what?
(a) His stockings.
(b) His dress coat.
(c) His cravat.
(d) His handkerchief.

4. Why does Jane call on most of their neighbors?
(a) Because she is bored.
(b) Because she likes her neighbors.
(c) Because she is feeling better.
(d) Because of the warm weather.

5. Jane is tired of writing and does not intend to write for how long?
(a) Many hours.
(b) Many weeks.
(c) Many days.
(d) Many months.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Jane retract this statement?

2. Jane is very busy making shirts for Edward, and she claims she is the ___________ worker.

3. Jane Austen writes to her sister, Cassandra, and recounts what?

4. Jane laments losing what of her mother's?

5. Why has Jane been practicing her music instead of writing?

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