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    Which of the characters are biological sisters in the book?

    • Gertrude, Caroline, Lucy
    • Lucy, Gerturde, Frances
    • Gertrude, Phyllis, Lucy
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This is a quiz over the basic context of Amy Levy's novel, The Romance of A Shop.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following is not a theme of the novel?

    • Appearences

    • Money

    • Religion

    Correct Answer
    A. Religion
    Explanation
    The theme of religion is not present in the novel. This means that the novel does not explore or discuss religious beliefs, practices, or themes. The other two options, appearances and money, are mentioned as themes in the novel, but religion is not.

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  • 3. 

    Which of the sisters does this quote desscribe, “the youngest, tallest, and prettiest of the sisters; a slender, delicate-looking creature of seventeen, who had outgrown her strength; the spoiled child of the family by virtue of her youth, her weakness, and her personal charms” (53).

    • Phyllis

    • Gertrude

    • Lucy

    Correct Answer
    A. Phyllis
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Phyllis. The quote describes her as the youngest, tallest, and prettiest sister who is delicate-looking and has outgrown her strength. She is also described as the spoiled child of the family due to her youth, weakness, and personal charms.

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  • 4. 

    Who does Gertrude marry at the end of the novel?

    • Mr. Russel

    • Mr. Oakley

    • Lord Watergate

    Correct Answer
    A. Lord Watergate
    Explanation
    Gertrude marries Lord Watergate at the end of the novel.

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  • 5. 

    What does Phyllis die of?

    • Consumption, complicated with heart disease

    • A broken heart

    • Cancer

    Correct Answer
    A. Consumption, complicated with heart disease
    Explanation
    Phyllis dies of consumption, which is another term for tuberculosis. This disease primarily affects the lungs but can also spread to other parts of the body. In Phyllis' case, her consumption is complicated with heart disease, indicating that the tuberculosis has also affected her heart. This combination of illnesses likely contributed to her death.

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  • 6. 

    What does Lord Watergate of the sisters photograph at the beginning of the novel?

    • His dog

    • Family portrait

    • His dead wife

    Correct Answer
    A. His dead wife
    Explanation
    In the beginning of the novel, Lord Watergate photographs his dead wife. This suggests that Lord Watergate is grieving the loss of his wife and wants to capture her memory through the photograph. The photograph may hold sentimental value for him and serve as a way to remember and honor his deceased wife.

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  • 7. 

    What is the name of the photography studio?

    • Lorimer Designs

    • G & L. Lorimer: The Photographic Studio

    • Modern Photography

    Correct Answer
    A. G & L. Lorimer: The Photographic Studio
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "G & L. Lorimer: The Photographic Studio". This answer is the name of the photography studio as mentioned in the options. The other options, "Lorimer Designs" and "Modern Photography", do not match the given name of the studio.

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  • 8. 

    "He's an artist; works chiefly in black and white for the illustrated papers. . .He and another man have a studio in York Place together" (89). - Who is this describing?

    • Frank Jermyn

    • Lord Watergate

    • Fred Devonshire

    Correct Answer
    A. Frank Jermyn
    Explanation
    The passage describes a person who is an artist and primarily works with black and white for illustrated papers. It also mentions that this person shares a studio in York Place with another man. Based on this information, it can be inferred that the person being described is Frank Jermyn.

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  • 9. 

    Who is the Lorimer Sisters's first client?

    • Lord Watergate

    • Fred Devondshire

    • Mr. Oakley

    Correct Answer
    A. Lord Watergate
    Explanation
    Lord Watergate is the Lorimer Sisters' first client because he is the only option provided in the given answer choices.

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  • 10. 

    Who is Mr. Russel?

    • Lucy's husband

    • Mr. Lorimer'sfFriend

    • One of their clients

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Lorimer'sfFriend
    Explanation
    Mr. Russel is Mr. Lorimer's friend.

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