Quiz On The Lifted Veil
This is a quiz on George Eliot's "The Lifted Veil".
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What is Latimer's brother's name?
- A.
Antone
- B.
Alfred
- C.
Arthur
Correct Answer
B. AlfredExplanation
The correct answer is Alfred because the question asks for Latimer's brother's name, and out of the three options given, Alfred is the only name that matches the criteria.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Mrs. Archer is brought back to life using electrotherapy.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Charles Meunier returns to the plot and revives Mrs. Archer's dead body using a BLOOD TRANSFUSION. See our page for more information on thisRate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following characters shows the potential for clairvoyance in the story?
- A.
Latimer
- B.
Charles
- C.
Bertha
Correct Answer(s)
A. Latimer
C. BerthaExplanation
Although it is never explicitly mentioned in the text, there are some indications that Bertha is also clairvoyant including Latimer's inability to read her mind - the veil - for a majority of the story.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In what city does Latimer find proof of his new found mental abilities?
- A.
Prague
- B.
Istanbul
- C.
Budapest
Correct Answer
A. PragueExplanation
In the given question, the correct answer is Prague. This is the city where Latimer finds proof of his newfound mental abilities.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Alfred and Latimer are only half-brothers.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Alfred and Latimer being only half-brothers means that they share one biological parent. This implies that they have a common parent, either a mother or a father, but not both. Therefore, the statement "Alfred and Latimer are only half-brothers" is true.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Latimer gives Bertha a _______________ for her birthday.
- A.
A small glass mirror
- B.
A pair of lace gloves
- C.
An opal ring
Correct Answer
C. An opal ringExplanation
Latimer gives Bertha an opal ring for her birthday.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Latimer and Bertha's marriage is not a happy one.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Despite Latimer's infatuation with Bertha their marriage doesn't last. She becomes extremely bitter and resentful towards her husband and Latimer is disgusted by the hatred and anger that he sees in her mind.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who does Bertha love?
- A.
Alfred
- B.
Latimer
- C.
Neither
Correct Answer
C. NeitherExplanation
The question is asking about who Bertha loves, and the given options are Alfred, Latimer, and Neither. The word "Neither" implies that Bertha does not love either Alfred or Latimer. Therefore, the correct answer is Neither.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Latimer has control over his supernatural powers.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Certainly it is made clear in the text and plot that Latimer does not have control over his supernatural powers. In fact they end up making his life even more difficult. His ability to read minds leaves him unable to enjoy other people's company and the foresight he has of his death leaves him feeling hopeless and frustrated.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Has Latimer always hated people?
- A.
Alfred
- B.
Bertha
- C.
Charles
- D.
Latimer's mother
- E.
Latimer's father
Correct Answer
C. CharlesExplanation
Based on the given options, it can be inferred that Latimer's hatred towards people started at some point in his life. Among the listed individuals, Charles is the most likely candidate for triggering Latimer's hatred. However, without further context or information, it is difficult to determine the exact reason behind this hatred.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Has Latimer always hated people?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Latimer is eager to meet other people and yearns to be able to develop empathy and compassion with others. Most of his frustration arises from his lack of social stimulation.
"I was hungry for human deeds and human emotions."(6)Rate this question:
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