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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 39 | Chapter 40.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Tess's reason for choosing to work at Talbothays?
(a) She wants a fresh start where no one knows about her past.
(b) She is still feeling guilty about the horse's death and wants to work in the barns.
(c) She is afraid her mother will be angry if she doesn't contribute to the family's finances.
(d) It is close to home.

2. Why does Tess blame herself for the death of the horse?
(a) She thinks if she hadn't fallen asleep, she could have prevented the accident.
(b) Her father tells her it is her fault.
(c) She caused the accident that resulted in the horse being killed.
(d) She thinks she shouldn't have taken the horse out in the dark.

3. Angel has hung ____ over the marriage bed.
(a) Gauze curtains.
(b) Roses.
(c) Mistletoe.
(d) The wedding certificate.

4. Tess has made a pact with the other dairymaids. What does she swear?
(a) That she will remain at Talbothays as long as they do.
(b) Not to marry Angel.
(c) That she will never lie to them.
(d) Not to tell anyone about Alec.

5. In Chapter 11, what does Alec tell Tess on the way home?
(a) That he will take care of her.
(b) That she shouldn't get into any fights.
(c) That he loves her.
(d) That he wants to be a doctor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who eventually baptizes the child?

2. How does Mr. Crick hear that the butter has a funny taste?

3. In Chapter 29 who tells a story that influences Tess greatly?

4. Hardy's description of Tess and Angel likens them to ___.

5. At the dance, why does Angel leave without talking to Tess?

(see the answer key)

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