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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jane thinks that concealing the intended partnership with Martha Lloyd is __________, referring to Frank's intentions to marry Martha.
(a) Foolish.
(b) Strange.
(c) Smart.
(d) Beneficial.

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

3. Jane writes to Crosby, a publisher, complaining about what?
(a) She received a poorly-printed copy of her novel, "Susan."
(b) She had never heard from him regarding her novel, "Susan."
(c) She had never received the ten pounds he owed her for her novel, "Susan" six years previously.
(d) She received ten pounds for the publication of her novel "Susan" six years previously, but it was never published.

4. Jane is thrilled with her and Cassandra's newest what?
(a) Neighbor.
(b) Acquaintance.
(c) Nephew.
(d) Pet.

5. As what does Jane refer to Mr. Evelyn?
(a) A maniac.
(b) A yahoo.
(c) A moron.
(d) A yoohoo.

Short Answer Questions

1. Jane hears that Tom is to marry a girl from where?

2. Jane praises her sister's ______________ writing in her last correspondence.

3. Jane receives a copy of her "own darling child" from London, referring to the publication of what novel?

4. She praises Tom, mentioning that his only fault is what?

5. Jane writes her niece, Anna, and expresses her interest in the ______ family from Anna's novel, "Tarefield Abbey."

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Jane write regarding Edward?

2. What are Mrs. Austen and Jane's plans regarding their living situation?

3. What does Jane think about the secret relationship between Frank and Martha Lloyd?

4. What are two books Jane alludes to in this section?

5. What is offered to James? What will he do with some of this?

6. What match does Mrs. Knight promote? What does Jane think of this?

7. How does Jane feel about writing? What does she later do with this statement?

8. What does Jane say about the small ball she attends?

9. What is said regarding Mr. Austen's death?

10. What health news does Jane give in her letter?

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