Middlemarch

Middlemarch

by

George Eliot

Middlemarch: Book 5, Chapter 51 Quiz 4 questions

Test your knowledge of Book 5, Chapter 51. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What best describes Will's political stance as revealed through his interactions with Mr. Brooke?
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A revolutionary seeking to overthrow the government
A bold radical without a practical plan
A moderate reformist focused on achievable changes
An indecisive individual unsure of his own beliefs
What is grocer Mr. Mawmsey's main concern regarding societal changes?
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The persuasiveness of Will's speeches
Mr. Brooke's ability to deliver speeches
The impact of change on his prosperous business
The political inclinations of his customers
How does Brooke's speech evolve during his public address?
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It starts and remains confident and coherent throughout
It begins confidently but becomes boastful and incoherent
It is consistently filled with relevant political insights
It starts incoherently but gains clarity and relevance as it progresses
How do Brooke and Will's reactions to the failed speech reflect on their characters?
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They both show resilience and plan immediate comebacks
They are rooted in realism, acknowledging the situation's gravity
Both are caught in delusional optimism about their prospects
They express anger and plan to confront their detractors directly