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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 | Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Tess's reaction to the job offer at Tantridge?
(a) Reluctant and uneasy.
(b) Nervous but happy.
(c) Excited.
(d) Relieved.

2. At the dance, why does Angel leave without talking to Tess?
(a) He wants to see if Tess is watching him.
(b) He is too shy.
(c) He has to go catch up with his brother.
(d) He thinks she is busy talking to someone else.

3. What conditions does Tess place on her agreement to go live with the D'Urbervilles in Tantridge?
(a) She will go if she can have new clothes so she will fit in.
(b) She will go if she can take Abraham with her.
(c) She will ask if she can work for them, but she won't ask them for money.
(d) She agrees to go if her mother forgives her for her role in the horse's death.

4. What does the parson tell Mr. Durbeyfield?
(a) That Mr. Durbeyfield is related to the D'Urbervilles.
(b) That he thinks it is going to rain.
(c) That Mr. Durbeyfield's house is on fire.
(d) That Mr. Durbeyfield has won a small fortune.

5. Who meets Tess and shows her around Tantridge?
(a) Angel.
(b) Alec D'Uberville.
(c) The milkmaids.
(d) Her elderly aunt.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tess takes a job as a ____ to support her baby.

2. Who actually sent the letter inviting Tess to work at Tantridge?

3. Why does Tess decide not to return home from Tantridge after all?

4. Why does the character who picks on Tess do so?

5. What does Tess's mother hope will happen once Tess arrives at Tantridge?

(see the answer key)

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