What Maisie Knew by Henry James & The Color Purple by Alice Walker (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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How old is Maisie when her parents divorce?
How old is Maisie when her parents divorce?
Six years old
How long does Maisie live with each parent under the custody arrangement?
How long does Maisie live with each parent under the custody arrangement?
Six months
How do Maisie's parents primarily use her after the divorce?
How do Maisie's parents primarily use her after the divorce?
As a pawn to hurt each other
Who does Beale marry after divorcing Ida?
Who does Beale marry after divorcing Ida?
Miss Overmore
Which two words describe Sir Claude, the man Ida marries?
Which two words describe Sir Claude, the man Ida marries?
Charming and irresponsible
How does Sir Claude differ from the other adults in his treatment of Maisie?
How does Sir Claude differ from the other adults in his treatment of Maisie?
He takes a genuine interest in her
Who is Mrs. Wix in relation to Maisie?
Who is Mrs. Wix in relation to Maisie?
An older governess who cares for her
What relationship develops that complicates the custody arrangements?
What relationship develops that complicates the custody arrangements?
Mrs. Beale and Sir Claude
What ultimately happens to both of Maisie's parents?
What ultimately happens to both of Maisie's parents?
They both abandon Maisie
Who does Maisie choose to stay with at the end?
Who does Maisie choose to stay with at the end?
Mrs. Wix