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What impresses Dorothea during their visit to the artists' studios?
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Will's artistic talent and his mentorship under Naumann
The unique artistic techniques displayed by the artists
The charming and knowledgeable way Will converses with Casaubon
Her own ability to quickly grasp the concepts of art
What does the novel imply about the significance of appearances in evaluating someone's intellectual capacity?
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The novel critiques the notion that appearance can accurately reflect someone's intellect
Appearances are a reliable indicator of intellectual capacity and contributions
Physical resemblance to historical intellectuals confirms one's own intellectual prowess
Society values appearances over actual intellectual achievements
Why does Will visit Dorothea when he knows Casaubon will be at the library?
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To discuss his concerns about her living conditions at Lowick Manor
To convince her to leave Casaubon and run away with him
To help her choose cameos as a gift for Celia
To see her alone and express his feelings without Casaubon's presence
What does Will's decision to return to England and give up Casaubon's allowance signify?
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His determination to achieve success on his own terms without relying on others
His desire to escape from the influence of Casaubon and Dorothea
His lack of interest in continuing his studies and scholarship
His intention to distance himself from any association with academic work
What might Casaubon's cold response to Will's plan suggest about his feelings towards Will?
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He is indifferent and solely focused on his own scholarly work
He is possibly jealous of Will's qualities, like passion and ambition, which he himself lacks
He feels betrayed by Will's decision to become financially independent
He is relieved that Will will be leaving Rome and poses less of a threat to his relationship with Dorothea
