This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 240-246 dated June 10th | Letters 247-257 dated June 11th through June 13th.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Lovelace think it has been easy for Clarissa to be virtuous so far?
(a) Because Clarissa was promised a lot of money if she would be virtuous.
(b) Because Clarissa has not had any big temptations yet.
(c) Because Clarissa is not smart enough to see opportunities.
(d) Because Clarissa grew up in a convent.

2. What kind of place does Lovelace trick Clarissa into choosing for her lodging in London?
(a) A grocery store.
(b) A house of prostitution.
(c) A non-existent address.
(d) A dungeon.

3. Why does Mr. Belford disapprove of Lovelace's plan to "test" Clarissa?
(a) Because Belford fears that Clarissa will commit suicide.
(b) Because Belford is afraid Lovelace will end up in jail.
(c) Because the situation is unfair.
(d) Because Belford is a minister.

4. Which two characters visit Clarissa in letters 37-45 to try to persuade her to marry Solmes?
(a) Mrs. Norton and Aunt Hervey.
(b) Miss Howe and Mrs. Howe.
(c) Rosebud and her boyfriend.
(d) Lovelace's aunts.

5. When Miss Howe finds out that Clarissa has run off with Lovelace, what does Miss Howe advise Clarissa to do?
(a) Hold out for as much money as she can get before agreeing to marry him.
(b) Run away to New York and become an actress.
(c) Marry Solmes as soon as possible.
(d) Marry Lovelace as soon as possible.