Key Quotations (AQA A-Level English Literature A): Quizzes
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What phrase describes Anne's position in her family at the novel's start?
What phrase describes Anne's position in her family at the novel's start?
Her word had no weight
Anne's character arc moves in which direction, unlike other Austen heroines?
Anne's character arc moves in which direction, unlike other Austen heroines?
From prudence to romance
What are the opening words of Wentworth's famous letter to Anne?
What are the opening words of Wentworth's famous letter to Anne?
You pierce my soul
How is Sir Walter's character summarized in Chapter 1?
How is Sir Walter's character summarized in Chapter 1?
Vanity was the beginning & end of it
What does Sir Walter say about naval officers in genteel society?
What does Sir Walter say about naval officers in genteel society?
No reason to bring their persons into it
What does Lady Russell admit about her judgment in Chapter 17?
What does Lady Russell admit about her judgment in Chapter 17?
She was unfairly influenced by appearance
How are the Musgroves characterized in contrast to the Elliots?
How are the Musgroves characterized in contrast to the Elliots?
Friendly & hospitable
Why is Wentworth's praise of Louisa's 'true spirit of decision' ironic?
Why is Wentworth's praise of Louisa's 'true spirit of decision' ironic?
Her firmness is actually impulsiveness
How does Mrs Smith describe Mr Elliot's character in Chapter 21?
How does Mrs Smith describe Mr Elliot's character in Chapter 21?
A man without heart or conscience
What privilege does Anne claim for women regarding love?
What privilege does Anne claim for women regarding love?
Loving longest when hope is gone