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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 26, 27, and 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With but a few exceptions, what is John's opinion of novels?
(a) That no matter what critics say, every novel has value.
(b) They are the stupidest things in creation.
(c) They are often difficult to comprehend.
(d) They offer glimpses into worlds he can only dream of.

2. What time of day does Catherine leave Northanger Abbey?
(a) After breakfast.
(b) Midday.
(c) Late at night.
(d) Early in the morning.

3. Where does John Thorpe disappear to when the group arrives at the dance?
(a) John goes to the card-room to talk to a friend.
(b) John disappears into the crowd without explanation.
(c) John leaves, concerned about the health of his horse.
(d) John accompanies his mother to the tea-room.

4. What does Catherine think of Isabella encouraging Capt. Tilney's attention?
(a) That Captain Tilney must be using trickery on her.
(b) That Isabella is not the person Catherine thought she was.
(c) That she must be doing so unconsciously.
(d) That Catherine must be overthinking things.

5. How does Catherine interpret the letter she receives from Isabella in Chapter 26?
(a) As pathetic and sad.
(b) As insincere and mean-spirited.
(c) As grasping and self-serving.
(d) As sincere and apologetic.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Catherine aim to avoid at a ball she attends in Chapter 10?

2. What does Mrs. Allen call a disagreeable thing to carry?

3. Who reports seeing two carriages waiting in the street after a rap draws her to the window?

4. When conversing, what advantage does Mrs. Thorpe have over Mrs. Allen?

5. What does John attempt to sell Henry at the ball in Chapter 10?

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