Tess of the d'Urbervilles - Phase the Second Quiz

What message does the man who paints Bible verses leave that affects Tess?

Question Answer Choices "THE WAGES OF SIN IS DEATH." "REPENT, FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN IS AT HAND." "FORGIVE, AND YOU SHALL BE FORGIVEN." "THY, DAMNATION, SLUMBERETH, NOT."

Why does Tess's mother, Joan, feel disappointed when Tess returns home?

Question Answer Choices Tess refuses to help with the household chores. Tess has lost a valuable family heirloom. Tess has decided to leave home again immediately. Tess has no plans to compel Alec to marry her.

What does Alec refer to Tess as when he bids her farewell?

Question Answer Choices His 'cousin of four months.' His 'trusted confidant.' His 'dearest companion.' His 'beloved friend.'

What does Tess do to avoid the gossipy disapproval of the villagers?

Question Answer Choices She stays indoors all day. She confronts the villagers. She moves to a different town. She takes long walks at night.

What is Tess's reaction to the message painted by the man with the hobby of painting Bible verses?

Question Answer Choices She experiences a sense of joy and hope. She feels relieved and comforted. She experiences a feeling of horror and shame. She feels confused and indifferent.

What does Tess do when her baby becomes very sick and close to death?

Question Answer Choices She prays alone in her room for a miracle. She asks her mother to perform a traditional healing ritual. She rushes to find a doctor in the village. She performs an impromptu baptism with the help of her younger siblings.

How does Joan eventually feel about Tess's situation with Alec?

Question Answer Choices She remains angry and refuses to speak to Tess. She decides to confront Alec directly. She insists that Tess must leave the village. She comes to terms with it and decides to make the most of the situation.

What does Alec propose to Tess when he encounters her on her way back to Marlott?

Question Answer Choices To find her a job if she stays with him. To give her money if she agrees to marry him. To take her to a nearby town for a fresh start. To drive her home if she declines to accompany him back to Trantridge.

Why does Tess decide to leave her home and seek a summer job at a dairy?

Question Answer Choices She hopes to find a new romantic interest at the dairy. She cannot feel at ease in a place where people know her past experiences. She needs to earn money to support her family. She wants to escape from Alec's constant offers and pressure.