Clarissa Quiz

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When Clarissa threatens to commit suicide in the dining room, what weapon does she have with her? (from Letters 258-268 dated June 14th through June 19th)

A penknife.

A rope.

A sword.

A gun.

What does Lovelace think about Clarissa's broken heart? (from Letters 321-332 dated July 7th through July 18th)

Lovelace is glad Clarissa has a broken heart.

Lovelace does not believe Clarissa has a broken heart.

Lovelace believes it was Solmes who broke Clarissa's heart.

Lovelace believes the doctors are saying Clarissa has a broken heart because they're bad doctors and can not figure out what is really wrong with her.

What do James and Arabella think causes their unhappiness in marriage? (from Conclusion)

The fact that they did not inherit Morden's money.

Solmes is out to get them.

All marriages are unhappy.

Their bad treatment of Clarissa.

Who does Lovelace persuade Clarissa to allow to serve as a mediator between them at Mrs. Moore's house? (from Letters 240-246 dated June 10th)

Lovelace's aunt, Lady Betty Lawrence.

The Widow Sinclair.

Mrs. Howe.

Miss Howe.

Who writes to Clarissa renewing an old marriage proposal and swearing to stay single as long as Clarissa is available to marry him? (from Letters 425-438 dated August 24th through August 26th)

Miss Howe's Uncle Howard Howe.

Mr. Wyerley.

Mr. Hickman's brother.

Mr. Solmes.