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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mrs. Austen finds her deceased husband's _________________ and wants Frank to accept them.
(a) Glasses, handkerchief, and shoe horn.
(b) Suspenders, comb, and toothbrush.
(c) Compass, sun-dial and scissors.
(d) Letters, bills, and gloves.

2. Jane complains that people are ____________ in this neighborhood.
(a) Too shy and conventional.
(b) Too poor and economical.
(c) Too dull and boring.
(d) Too rambunctious and fashion-forward.

3. Jane praises her sister's ______________ writing in her last correspondence.
(a) Comic.
(b) Abstract.
(c) Beautiful.
(d) Dramatic.

4. She attends a party at the Cookes' but there is scarcely any what there?
(a) Friendship.
(b) Wit.
(c) Money.
(d) Talent.

5. Jane discusses the plans for moving ____________ with Cassandra and tells her that their aunt is happy about the Austens' moving.
(a) To Bath.
(b) To Beckenham.
(c) To Berkhamsted.
(d) To Barnsley.

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

7. When does Jane retract this statement?
(a) She receives a commissioned biography for the prince regent.
(b) She receives a letter from Frank, warning of long intervals in his writing.
(c) She receives a letter from Cassandra asking for a book.
(d) She receives a compliment from her mother regarding her last book.

8. She has read Sarah Harriet Burney's "Clarentine" and finds it how?
(a) Stupid and filled with unnatural conduct.
(b) Boring and a waste of time.
(c) Interesting and intriguing.
(d) Surprising and filled with unusual events.

9. Jane is upset that Cassandra will not be doing what with their mother and herself?
(a) Going to Beckenham.
(b) Going to Berkhamsted.
(c) Going to Bath.
(d) Going to Barnsley.

10. She praises Tom, mentioning that his only fault is what?
(a) His top hat.
(b) His unattractive cravats.
(c) His light-colored morning coat.
(d) His navy blue dinner jacket.

11. Jane feels certain that Frank's promotion would have solicited more appointments if he had been where at the time?
(a) In England.
(b) In France.
(c) In Germany.
(d) In America.

12. Why does Cassandra need not worry about Penlingtons?
(a) Mr. Austen plans to settle business there.
(b) Edward has already settled business there.
(c) Mrs. Austen has already settled business there.
(d) Jane plans to settle business there.

13. Jane Austen writes to her sister, Cassandra, and recounts what?
(a) Her recent illness.
(b) The previous night's symphony performance.
(c) Her trip to London.
(d) The previous night's ball.

14. Jane hopes to see Cassandra soon, and praises James as what?
(a) A wonderful horseman.
(b) A help around the house.
(c) A great friend.
(d) A useful "man of letters".

15. Mrs. Knight promotes a match between Jane and Mr. Papillon, and Jane jokes that she will marry him despite his or her own reluctance because of what reason?
(a) Jane loves his home.
(b) Jane wants to be married.
(c) He is wealthy.
(d) The good lady's interest in the matter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Jane quotes Hester Piozzi in "Letters to and from the late Samuel Johnson" in praise of Mr. Deedes' __________.

2. The household items sold well, though Jane is unhappy with the price she got for what?

3. Jane finds the parties stupid for what reason?

4. Jane was alone with Mr. Holder at Ashe Park for ten minutes, which was very _______________.

5. She begins drinking _________ Tea and finds it very good.

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