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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 131-140 dated December 11th, 1815 to April 21st, 1816.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jane is happy when "Sense and Sensibility" is advertised and happy with Miss Sharpe's flattery that "Pride and Prejudice" is read where?
(a) In Wales.
(b) In Scotland.
(c) In France.
(d) In Ireland.

2. Although Eliza is ill, she is still __________.
(a) Funny.
(b) Intelligent.
(c) Kind.
(d) Beautiful.

3. Jane plans to read Robert Southey's "Life of Nelson" for what reason?
(a) She enjoyed his previous book.
(b) He asked her to read it.
(c) Frank is mentioned in it.
(d) She has heard this book is good.

4. Jane generously allows Mary all of her former admirers for what reason?
(a) She knows that Mary does not have any admirers.
(b) She is getting married.
(c) She does not like admirers.
(d) She means to confine herself exclusively to Tom Lefroy.

5. Jane was disappointed that Charles Fowle was not in attendance, but glad that her_____________, Tom Lefroy was there.
(a) "French friend."
(b) "Italian friend."
(c) "American friend."
(d) "Irish friend."

Short Answer Questions

1. Jane Austen writes to her sister, Cassandra, and recounts what?

2. Mrs. Austen and Jane want to settle in at Chawton before October when Henry will do what?

3. Why is Jane anxious to go home?

4. Jane is thrilled that Cassandra plans to do what?

5. As what does Jane refer to Mr. Evelyn?

(see the answer key)

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