Sense and Sensibility – Themes (OCR A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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In the novel's central theme, what does 'sense' represent?
In the novel's central theme, what does 'sense' represent?
Reason, logic & restraint
Which character represents sensibility in the novel?
Which character represents sensibility in the novel?
Marianne - passionate & emotional
What does the novel ultimately advocate regarding sense and sensibility?
What does the novel ultimately advocate regarding sense and sensibility?
Moderation & balance between both
What problem arises from Elinor and Edward's adherence to reason and honour?
What problem arises from Elinor and Edward's adherence to reason and honour?
It nearly costs them their happiness
Why does Willoughby hide the truth from others?
Why does Willoughby hide the truth from others?
To escape consequences of past actions
Why is Marianne vulnerable to Willoughby's deception?
Why is Marianne vulnerable to Willoughby's deception?
Her heart is open, naive & easily swayed
How do Edward and Robert Ferrars differ as siblings?
How do Edward and Robert Ferrars differ as siblings?
Edward is honourable; Robert self-centred
What matters more than similar personalities according to the novel?
What matters more than similar personalities according to the novel?
Shared values & genuine goodness
What does 'landed gentry' refer to in the novel's context?
What does 'landed gentry' refer to in the novel's context?
People who owned land but not nobility
Who exemplifies responsible male guardianship in the novel?
Who exemplifies responsible male guardianship in the novel?
Sir John Middleton