Bleak House

Bleak House

by

Charles Dickens

Bleak House: Chapter 2 Quiz 11 questions

Test your knowledge of Chapter 2. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
Why does Lady Dedlock return to London from her husband's country house?
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To attend a series of important social events and gatherings
Because she enjoys the countryside more than the city
To escape the constant rain and tedium of the country
To visit family members she has not seen in a long time
What role does the “fashionable intelligence” play in the novel?
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It serves as a personal security team that protects Lady Dedlock's privacy
It serves as a group of close friends and confidantes who support Lady Dedlock
It serves as a collection of financial advisors managing Lady Dedlock's wealth and investments
It serves as a collective character that acts as a rumor mill surrounding Lady Dedlock
How is Sir Leicester Dedlock characterized in the novel?
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As a humble and flexible man who values modern social changes
As a proud and stubborn man with a deep respect for his family's lineage
As a modern entrepreneur who has little interest in his family's history
As a passive figure with no strong opinions about society or his family’s role in it
What is notable about Sir Leicester and Lady Dedlock's marriage?
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Sir Leicester married Lady Dedlock for love, despite rumors of her non-noble background
Their marriage was intended to consolidate power, even though Sir Leicester was already wealthy
Sir Leicester married Lady Dedlock for her wealth and social status, despite her desire for love
Lady Dedlock married Sir Leicester to gain political influence, despite his foolishness
What does Lady Dedlock's social ascension signify in the context of the novel?
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It highlights the rigid class structures of the time that are impossible to transcend
It demonstrates the power of noble birthright as the only means to achieve high social status
It underscores the insignificance of personal effort in achieving social mobility
It reflects the changing social norms and the possibility of overcoming class barriers
What does Lady Dedlock's success in society suggest about the aristocracy and fashionable world?
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They are willing to accept those who can maintain a noble façade
They are discerning and not easily fooled by appearances
They value genuine accomplishments and hard work above all else
They prioritize moral integrity and personal character in their social rankings
What role does Mr. Tulkinghorn play in the narrative?
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He is a cheerful and open man who entertains the nobility with tales of adventure
He is a servant who aspires to rise above his station through hard work and dedication
He is a somewhat inscrutable lawyer who knows the secrets of the nobility
None of the above
What misconception does Lady Dedlock have about the people who surround her in daily life?
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She thinks her servants know everything about her personal life
She believes that her inner life is completely private and unknown to those around her
She believes that the people around her are constantly looking for ways to sabotage her
She thinks that she's the only person in this society who is secretly depressed
When Mr. Tulkinghorn visits Lady Dedlock and Sir Leicester, what attitude does Lady Dedlock show towards the Jarndyce and Jarndyce lawsuit?
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She is highly interested and optimistic about a favorable outcome
She is bored and does not expect the lawsuit to ever be resolved
She actively seeks to resolve the lawsuit through diplomatic means
She is unaware of her involvement in the lawsuit and its details
How does Lady Dedlock react to Mr. Tulkinghorn's update on the Jarndyce and Jarndyce lawsuit?
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She is thrilled about the potential resolution of the lawsuit
She is indifferent and bored and shows no reaction to the update
She is bored at first but then suddenly feels faint
She finds the details of the report humorous but ultimately unimportant
What does Lady Dedlock's reaction imply about the document Tulkinghorn reads her?
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She is frustrated with how boring the document is
She is confused by the document's legal jargon
She is surprised by the content of the report
She secretly recognizes the handwriting on the document