On Chesil Beach Quiz

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What is the basic content of Florence's proposal to Edward? (from Chapter 5)

That they build a life together as husband and wife in every way but sexually.

That they stay married in name only, but otherwise live entirely separate lives.

That they work together to find a way to integrate sexuality into their married life.

That they put their marriage on hold until they can sort out their sexual feelings for each other.

What is the most likely reason that Edward rejects the offers of money and a job from Florence's father? (from Chapter 5)

After what happened in the bedroom, Edward has started to feel used by Florence and her family.

Edward has realized that he does not love Florence, and does not want to be with her ever again.

After what happened in the bedroom, Edward does not want to have anything to do with Florence or her family.

Edward has realized that the reason Florence is uncomfortable sexually is that she was abused by her father.

Which gesture made by Edward leads to Florence beginning to feel sexually aroused? (from Chapter 3)

How he slowly unzips her dress.

How he whispers how much he loves her.

How he plays lightly with one of her pubic hairs.

How he kisses her neck.

What is the most likely reason that Florence did not turn back to Edward as she was walking away from him that night on the beach? (from Chapter 5)

She did not want him to see how desperately angry with him she was.

She wanted to humiliate him.

She wanted him to make the first gesture towards healing the relationship.

She did not want him to see how desperately in love with him she was.

What is a likely reason that Edward was so strongly attracted to Florence? (from Chapter 2)

Because he was fighting same-sex attraction, he saw her as a chance to be "normal."

To him, she represented the possibility of being constantly nourished by music.

Because of her wealthy mother, she represented the possibility of long-term financial security.

To him, she represented the possibility of a comfortable, fulfilling home life.