Tess Of The D'urbervilles Novel! Trivia Quiz

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1.

Where does the Durbeyfield family live?
- A.
  
  Sandbourne
- B.
  
  Kingsbere
- C.
  
  Marlott
Correct Answer
C. Marlott

Explanation
The Durbeyfield family lives in Marlott.

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2.

How does Jack Durbeyfield earn a living?
- A.
  
  Blacksmith
- B.
  
  Peddler
- C.
  
  Merchant
Correct Answer
B. Peddler

Explanation
Jack Durbeyfield earns a living as a peddler. A peddler is someone who travels from place to place selling goods or merchandise. This suggests that Jack Durbeyfield is involved in a mobile trade, where he sells various items to different customers. Being a peddler allows him to have flexibility in his work and reach a wider range of potential buyers.

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3.

After Jack Durbeyfield learns of his ancestry, he tells the boy Fred to call him
- A.
  
  Sir Jack
- B.
  
  Your Honor
- C.
  
  Mr. D'Urberville
Correct Answer
A. Sir Jack

Explanation
After Jack Durbeyfield learns of his ancestry, he tells the boy Fred to call him "Sir Jack" because he believes that his newfound knowledge of his noble lineage elevates his social status. By using the title "Sir," Jack Durbeyfield is attempting to assert his authority and position himself as a person of higher rank and importance. This reflects his desire to distance himself from his humble origins and adopt a more prestigious identity.

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4.

Having learned of his esteemed ancestry, Jack
- A.
  
  Throws a party
- B.
  
  Rents a horse
- C.
  
  Buys a new home
Correct Answer
B. Rents a horse
5.

Why do Tess and Abraham (her younger brother) drive the wagon during the night to market?
- A.
  
  Their father is too drunk to get the beehives to market on time.
- B.
  
  They want to shop at market.
- C.
  
  Their father is called away.
Correct Answer
A. Their father is too drunk to get the beehives to market on time.

Explanation
Tess and Abraham drive the wagon during the night to market because their father is too drunk to get the beehives to market on time.

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6.

What happens to Prince? (the horse)
- A.
  
  He suffers a broken leg.
- B.
  
  His neck is broken.
- C.
  
  He dies because of a wreck with another carriage.
Correct Answer
C. He dies because of a wreck with another carriage.

Explanation
Prince dies because of a wreck with another carriage. This means that Prince was involved in a collision with another carriage, which ultimately resulted in his death.

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7.

Who does Tess blame for Prince's death?
- A.
  
  Her father
- B.
  
  Herself
- C.
  
  Abraham
Correct Answer
B. Herself

Explanation
Tess blames herself for Prince's death.

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8.

What are the repercussions of Prince's death?
- A.
  
  The family will buy another horse.
- B.
  
  The family can't buy another horse.
- C.
  
  Jack tries to get a job.
Correct Answer
B. The family can't buy another horse.

Explanation
The given answer suggests that the repercussions of Prince's death are such that the family is unable to buy another horse. This implies that Prince's death has had a significant impact on the family's financial situation or their ability to own another horse.

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Tess Of The D'urbervilles Novel! Trivia Quiz

Where does the Durbeyfield family live?

How does Jack Durbeyfield earn a living?

After Jack Durbeyfield learns of his ancestry, he tells the boy Fred to call him

Having learned of his esteemed ancestry, Jack

Why do Tess and Abraham (her younger brother) drive the wagon during the night to market?

What happens to Prince? (the horse)

Who does Tess blame for Prince's death?

What are the repercussions of Prince's death?