Themes (AQA A-Level English Literature A): Quizzes
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What is the famous opening line of the novel?
What is the famous opening line of the novel?
The past is a foreign country
When and where is the novel primarily set?
When and where is the novel primarily set?
Summer of 1900 at Brandham Hall
Which social class does Ted Burgess represent?
Which social class does Ted Burgess represent?
Working class (farmer)
What is Leo Colston's social class position?
What is Leo Colston's social class position?
Middle-class
In Edwardian society, what is marriage's primary function for the upper classes?
In Edwardian society, what is marriage's primary function for the upper classes?
Preserving & enhancing social status
What happens to Ted Burgess as a consequence of the affair?
What happens to Ted Burgess as a consequence of the affair?
He commits suicide
How old is Leo during the events at Brandham Hall?
How old is Leo during the events at Brandham Hall?
Twelve years old
What does Leo's role as 'go-between' symbolise?
What does Leo's role as 'go-between' symbolise?
Dangerous nature of hidden information
What narrative structure does Hartley use in the novel?
What narrative structure does Hartley use in the novel?
Frame narrative
How does Marian's marriage to Trimingham contrast with her affair with Ted?
How does Marian's marriage to Trimingham contrast with her affair with Ted?
Social duty vs. authentic passion