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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. 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 cravat.
(b) His dress coat.
(c) His stockings.
(d) His handkerchief.

2. Jane is very busy making shirts for Edward, and she claims she is the ___________ worker.
(a) Slowest.
(b) Sloppiest.
(c) Neatest.
(d) Hardest.

3. Jane wishes she could cancel what for the summer?
(a) Her piano lessons.
(b) Her intended visits.
(c) Her work obligations.
(d) Her dance lessons.

4. Why does Jane not expect letters from Cassandra until she receives them?
(a) Jane forgets about Cassandra.
(b) To avoid disappointment.
(c) Cassandra is not consistent about writing.
(d) Cassandra is often too busy to write.

5. The answer to number 27 is in reference to what book?
(a) Jonathan Swift's "Drapier's Letters."
(b) Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels".
(c) Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal."
(d) Jonathan Swift's "A Journal to Stella."

Short Answer Questions

1. Jane is flattered by her sister's commendation of her writing since Jane "writes only for _______________".

2. As what does Jane refer to Mr. Evelyn?

3. Jane gossips to her sister that Earle Harwood accidentally did what and is in the hospital where his family visits him?

4. Jane receives a descriptive letter from Frank, and a letter from Charles stating that what is awaiting orders?

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

(see the answer key)

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