On Chesil Beach Quiz

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What is the most likely reason that Edward believes what happened in the bedroom was Florence's fault? (from Chapter 4)

He is ashamed of his premature ejaculation.

He is ashamed that his father never told him the truth about sex.

He is ashamed of having forced her to accept his sexually.

He is ashamed of how much he loves his wife.

What are the two reasons that Edward wants to watch a rehearsal of Florence's quartet? (from Chapter 4)

To prove to himself that he hates classical music, and to find out more about her relationship with the cellist.

To see what the big deal is about Wigmore Hall, and to prove to himself that he finds classical music sexually stimulating.

To understand more about her love for music, and to find out the truth of her relationship with the cellist.

To understand more about her love for music, and to find out the truth of her relationship with the other violinist.

What is ironic about the fact that the first chapter is set while Edward and Florence are having dinner? (from Chapter 1)

Florence has a powerful appetite for food, but no appetite for sex.

Both of them are hungry for food, while neither of them is hungry for sex.

Edward is hungry for sex, but is not hungry for food.

Florence has a powerful appetite for sex, but no appetite for food.

What is the most likely reason that Edward rejects the offers of money and a job from Florence's father? (from Chapter 5)

After what happened in the bedroom, Edward has started to feel used by Florence and her family.

After what happened in the bedroom, Edward does not want to have anything to do with Florence or her family.

Edward has realized that the reason Florence is uncomfortable sexually is that she was abused by her father.

Edward has realized that he does not love Florence, and does not want to be with her ever again.

Who was Harold Mather? (from Chapter 3)

A school friend of Florence's who reacted badly to her rejection of him as a lover.

A school friend of Florence's who reacted badly to her rejecting him as a musician in the quartet.

A school friend of Edward's who encouraged him to resolve his conflicts by fighting.

A school friend of Edward's who reacted badly to Edward defending him against a bully.