Bleak House

Bleak House

by

Charles Dickens

Bleak House: Chapter 43 Quiz 7 questions

Test your knowledge of Chapter 43. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
How does Mr. Jarndyce's attitude towards Richard's situation change over time?
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He grows increasingly concerned even though he's reluctant to intervene
He tries to persuade Ada to leave Richard
He remains indifferent and thinks Richard's troubles are of his own making
He becomes less involved and believes Richard needs to handle his own problems
What is implied about Mr. Skimpole’s relationship with Mr. Vholes?
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Mr. Skimpole genuinely befriends Mr. Vholes and is unaware of his flaws
Mr. Skimpole inadvertently introduces Richard to Mr. Vholes without understanding the implications
Mr. Skimpole received a bribe from Mr. Vholes for introducing him to Richard
Mr. Skimpole and Mr. Vholes have a long-standing partnership aimed at exploiting Richard
What is Ada and Esther's concern regarding Mr. Skimpole's influence on Richard?
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They believe Mr. Skimpole's advice on legal matters is harming Richard
They worry Mr. Skimpole is encouraging Richard's irresponsible spending
They suspect Mr. Skimpole is directly stealing from Richard
They think Mr. Skimpole is a good influence on Richard but are concerned about his connections
What does the introduction of Mr. Skimpole's daughters reveal about his household?
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It shows a family deeply concerned with social issues and reform
It suggests a household grounded in practical skills and financial acumen
It reveals a family skilled in managing their finances and avoiding debt
It portrays a charming but impractical and helpless family dynamic
What is Esther's primary concern when Sir Leicester arrives?
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She worries that Sir Leicester will not find the house to his standards
She fears Sir Leicester has discovered her connection to Lady Dedlock
She is concerned Sir Leicester will ask them to leave immediately
She is afraid that Sir Leicester has come to end his feud with Mr. Boythorn
Why does Esther decide not to spend time with her mother?
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She fears the secret will get out
She is afraid her mother will not recognize her
She does not like her mother
She is too busy with other commitments
What motivated Miss Barbary to end her engagement with Mr. Boythorn?
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She wanted to travel and explore the world independently
She had doubts about her compatibility with Mr. Boythorn
She needed to raise Esther in secret to protect her sister’s reputation
She decided to dedicate her life to charitable work instead