Engl 2103 - Quiz 6

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    As discussed in class during a "Hard Times" lecture, at the end of "Book the Second", Professor Hamilton suggested that the villains are winning.

    • True
    • False
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This quiz is based on Hard Times Book 2, and lecture material related to it.

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  • 2. 

    At the end of "Hard Times - Book the Second", Louisa expresses her confusion and emotional collapse to her father. At the end of her outburst, she does this:

    • Collapses on the floor

    • Kills herself

    • Leaves his home

    • Retires to her room

    Correct Answer
    A. Collapses on the floor
    Explanation
    Louisa's collapse on the floor at the end of her outburst indicates her emotional collapse and the overwhelming burden she has been carrying. It signifies her vulnerability and the extent to which she has been affected by her struggles and conflicts. This action also serves as a visual representation of her desperation and the intensity of her emotional turmoil.

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  • 3. 

    In "Hard Times - Book the Second", Thomas Gradgrind is working in London as ___________.

    • A Member of Parliament

    • A school teacher

    • A unionist

    • A university professor

    Correct Answer
    A. A Member of Parliament
    Explanation
    In "Hard Times - Book the Second," Thomas Gradgrind is working in London as a Member of Parliament. This suggests that he has become involved in politics and holds a position of power and influence in the government. This aligns with Gradgrind's character as a pragmatic and utilitarian individual who seeks to impose his rational and factual worldview on society. Being a Member of Parliament allows him to further his agenda and shape policies that reflect his beliefs.

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  • 4. 

    Tom Gradgrind tells Blackpool to do this in order to improve his fortunes after he was fired by Bounderby in "Hard Times"

    • Hang around the bank for several nights in a row

    • Blackmail Bounderby

    • Get a job at the bank

    • Move to Sheffield

    Correct Answer
    A. Hang around the bank for several nights in a row
    Explanation
    In "Hard Times," after being fired by Bounderby, Tom Gradgrind tells Blackpool to hang around the bank for several nights in a row. This suggests that Tom is advising Blackpool to gather information or evidence against Bounderby, possibly with the intention of blackmailing him. By spending multiple nights near the bank, Blackpool can observe Bounderby's activities and potentially uncover any wrongdoing or secrets that could be used to improve his own fortunes.

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  • 5. 

    In "Hard Times", when Louisa and Tom meet Blackpool in his room after he was fired, Louisa offers him money. What does Blackpool do?

    • He only takes a little bit and promises to pay it back

    • He takes all of the money from her

    • He refuses to take any of the money

    • He tells her he'd rather have his job back

    Correct Answer
    A. He only takes a little bit and promises to pay it back
    Explanation
    In "Hard Times", when Louisa and Tom meet Blackpool in his room after he was fired, Blackpool only takes a little bit of money from Louisa and promises to pay it back.

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  • 6. 

    In "Hard Times - Book the Second", Mrs. Gradgrind dies.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    In "Hard Times - Book the Second," Mrs. Gradgrind's death is mentioned. The question simply asks if this statement is true or false.

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  • 7. 

    In "Hard Times", after Stephen is fired from his job at the factory, he is met on the street by Rachel and _________.

    • Mrs. Peglar

    • Louisa

    • Slackbridge

    • Mrs. Sparsit

    Correct Answer
    A. Mrs. Peglar
    Explanation
    After Stephen is fired from his job at the factory, he is met on the street by Rachel and Mrs. Peglar.

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  • 8. 

    In "Hard Times - Book the Second", two plot lines appear to be emerging in this novel. One is Louisa's marriage to Bounderby. The other is this:

    • Blackpool and the union

    • Tom Gradgrind's trickery

    • Sissy's role as imaginative help in Gradgrind's home

    • Bounderby's new factory

    Correct Answer
    A. Blackpool and the union
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that one of the emerging plot lines in "Hard Times - Book the Second" is Blackpool and the union. This implies that the story will focus on the character of Blackpool and his involvement with a union, which could potentially lead to conflicts and developments within the novel.

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  • 9. 

    In "Hard Times", Sparsit and Harthouse are representative of this group:

    • The aristocracy

    • The poor

    • The wealthy middle-class

    • The workers

    Correct Answer
    A. The aristocracy
    Explanation
    In "Hard Times", Sparsit and Harthouse are representative of the aristocracy. This can be inferred from their social status, behavior, and attitudes towards the lower classes. They both come from privileged backgrounds and exhibit a sense of entitlement and superiority. Sparsit, as a former aristocrat, constantly looks down on others and tries to maintain her status. Harthouse, a wealthy and idle gentleman, shows a lack of empathy and uses his position to exploit others. Their characters embody the traits commonly associated with the aristocracy, making them representative of this group in the novel.

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  • 10. 

    As discussed in class, this character emerges as the protagonist in "Hard Times - Book the Second":

    • Louisa

    • Thomas Gradgrind

    • Harthouse

    • Blackpool

    Correct Answer
    A. Louisa
    Explanation
    Louisa emerges as the protagonist in "Hard Times - Book the Second" because the story focuses on her personal development and struggles. Throughout the book, Louisa's character is explored in depth, highlighting her internal conflicts and growth. Her journey and choices drive the narrative and have a significant impact on the events and other characters in the story.

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