Bleak House

Bleak House

by

Charles Dickens

Bleak House: Chapter 60 Quiz 9 questions

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After Lady Dedlock's death, how does Esther's health change, and what does Mr. Jarndyce suggest they do?
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Esther recovers quickly from a short illness, and Mr. Jarndyce suggests staying in London for a time
Esther becomes seriously ill, and Mr. Jarndyce suggests they return home
Esther remains healthy, but Mr. Jarndyce insists on moving away from London
Esther's health deteriorates, and Mr. Jarndyce suggests seeking medical attention abroad
How does Esther's relationship with Mrs. Woodcourt change during her visit?
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Esther finds Mrs. Woodcourt less personable than before
Esther and Mrs. Woodcourt have frequent disagreements
Mrs. Woodcourt talks more about her lineage than she used to
Esther finds Mrs. Woodcourt more personable this time
What misconception does Mrs. Woodcourt hold regarding Esther's background?
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She believes Esther is of noble birth because she is a Dedlock
She knows Lady Dedlock was not of noble birth and disapproves of Esther
She is aware that Esther is not related to the Dedlocks
She understands the full history of Esther's family background
What opportunity has Mr. Woodcourt been offered?
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A position abroad in a prestigious hospital
A high-paying job in a London hospital
A position in Yorkshire at a new hospital for the poor
An academic role in a medical college
What role does Miss Flite envision for Richard in relation to her and the Chancery lawsuit?
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She wants him to be her legal advisor
She intends for him to inherit her wealth and estate
She considers him a colleague of sorts because they've both embraced delusion
She sees him as a potential juror in her delusional case
Why does Miss Flite add two new birds to her aviary named after Richard and Ada?
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She believes they bring good luck to her case
To symbolize their entrapment by the Chancery case
She wants to honor them as symbols of freedom
As a gift to cheer up Esther
What is Mr. Vholes's opinion on Richard's marriage to Ada?
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He considers it to be a strong support for Richard
He thinks it is ill advised and detrimental to Richard
He believes it has no impact on Richard's legal case
He views it as a beneficial financial arrangement
Why does Richard defend Mr. Vholes after dinner?
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Because he genuinely believes Mr. Vholes is a solid and honest fellow
He is trying to convince Esther and Ada of Mr. Vholes's good character
To justify his own involvement in the lawsuit and legal dealings
He is embarrassed and trying to save face even though he has doubts
Why is Ada distressed despite her pregnancy?
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She fears that Richard will not be interested in the child
She is concerned about their financial situation
She worries Richard will die before their child is born
She doubts her ability to be a good mother