Tess of the D'Urbervilles: Character Analysis (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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What discovery about his ancestry does Tess's father make at the novel's beginning?
What discovery about his ancestry does Tess's father make at the novel's beginning?
He is descended from noble d'Urbervilles
Which theme is highlighted by Angel's rejection of Tess after her confession?
Which theme is highlighted by Angel's rejection of Tess after her confession?
Societal hypocrisy & double standards
What does the quote 'Once victim, always victim—that's the law!' reveal about Tess's life?
What does the quote 'Once victim, always victim—that's the law!' reveal about Tess's life?
Her victimisation perpetuates suffering
How is Alec d'Urberville primarily characterised in the novel?
How is Alec d'Urberville primarily characterised in the novel?
As the manipulative, predatory antagonist
What profession does Alec briefly adopt during the novel?
What profession does Alec briefly adopt during the novel?
Preacher
When does Angel Clare reject Tess?
When does Angel Clare reject Tess?
After she confesses her past on their wedding night
What key character flaw does Angel Clare embody throughout the novel?
What key character flaw does Angel Clare embody throughout the novel?
Hypocrisy and double standards
What is John Durbeyfield's most damaging character trait?
What is John Durbeyfield's most damaging character trait?
His penchant for alcohol
How is Joan Durbeyfield's approach to life characterised?
How is Joan Durbeyfield's approach to life characterised?
Superstitious and fatalistically optimistic
What does Izz admit when Angel asks if she loves him more than Tess does?
What does Izz admit when Angel asks if she loves him more than Tess does?
That Tess loves him more; she'd lay down her life