Normal People Quiz

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Why does Marianne suggest Connell study English at Trinity? (from January 2011 - Six Weeks Later (April 2011))

Because she is staying in Carricklea, and wants him to move away.

Because she knows he loves to read, and she wants them to be together in Dublin.

Because she knows he loves to read, and she wants him to move away from her.

Because she thinks he will be wasting his life as a lawyer.

Why does Marianne feel closed off from Connell after reading his writing? (from Four Months Later (July 2014) - Seven Months Later (February 2015))

Because she cannot understand the piece and feels Connell has a much higher intelligence than she does.

Because she feels Connell has another hidden imaginary life to which she does not have access.

Because the story reveals he is love with Sadie Darcy-O'Shea.

Because the piece reveals Connell's plans to pursue an MFA in New York.

Why does Connell apologize to Marianne after the night they play pool with friends? (from Two Days Later (April 2011) - Three Months Later (February 2012))

For the things he said to her in high school, and for making her keep their relationship secret.

For the unkind things he said about Gareth at the bar, and for not listening to her about studying English.

For refusing to kiss her at the party.

For asking Rachel to Debs instead of her.

How are Connell's feelings for Helen different than those he has for Marianne? (from Six Months Later (July 2013) - Three Months Later (March 2014))

Helen gives him a sense of status and normalcy, while Marianne often made him feel damaged.

Helen challenges him to be a better person, while Marianne challenges him to be more curious and political.

Helen makes him feel trapped and restricted, while Marianne makes him feel free and strong.

His feelings are strictly superficial for Helen, while his feelings for Marianne are more authentic.

Why does Connell feel comfortable talking to Marianne at her house but not in school? (from January 2011 - Six Weeks Later (April 2011))

Because he likes talking about books with Marianne and this is the only place they can talk about it.

Because they both talk to

Because at her house their interactions are hidden, and he does not have to worry about his peers' judgment.

Because he is in love with Marianne and is glad none of his friends will see how obvious it is when they talk.