Quiz on Jane Eyre

Which statement best describes the setting introduced in the first chapter of "Jane Eyre"?

• The setting is a joyful and lively household enjoying a sunny day

• The setting is a gloomy, cold day showing the somber mood in the household

• The story begins in the middle of a family celebration

• The narrative starts with a detailed description of Jane's past

What can be inferred about Jane's social position within the Reed family from the initial interactions?

• Jane is well-loved and treated equally by the Reed family

• Jane is isolated and treated as an outsider

• Jane is a guest in the Reed household

• Jane's relationship with the Reed family is based on mutual respect

Match the following scenarios with the correct type of conflict:

• Character vs Character

• Jane's physical and emotional fight with John Reed.

• Character vs Character

• Jane's isolation from the Reed family children.

• Character vs Society

• Jane's challenges as a dependent in a wealthy household.

• Character vs Self

• Jane's internal struggle with her feelings of inferiority.

Part A: Which word best describes John Reed's character based on the excerpt?

• Compassionate

• Intimidating

• Supportive

• Indifferent

Part B: Which piece of evidence best supports your answer to the previous question regarding John Reed?

• "Now, I’ll teach you to rummage my bookshelves: for they are mine...Go and stand by the door, out of the way of the mirror and the windows."

• "What were you doing behind the curtain?" he asked.

• "I want you to come here," and seating himself in an arm-chair, he intimated by a gesture that I was to approach and stand before him.

• "Did you hear her, Eliza and Georgiana? Won’t I tell mama?"

From what point of view is the story of "Jane Eyre" narrated?

• Third-person omniscient

• Third-person limited

• First-person

• Second-person

Based on the context, what does the term 'cavillers' most likely mean in the sentence: 'Jane, I don’t like cavillers or questioners'?

• Storytellers

• Complainers

• Visitors

• Comedians

Based on the context, what does the term 'sombre' most likely mean in the sentence: '...but since dinner, the cold winter wind had brought with it clouds so sombre, and a rain so penetrating, that further outdoor exercise was now out of the question.'?

• Gloomy

• Stormy

• Windy

• Freezing

Part A: Which theme is primarily introduced through Jane's isolation and the family dynamics in this excerpt?

• The impact of wealth on personal relationships

• The struggles of overcoming personal fears

• The effects of social class and exclusion

• The joy of childhood exploration

Part B: Which piece of evidence best supports your answer to the previous question regarding the theme?

• 'Me, she had isolated from joining the group.'

• 'I was glad of it: I never liked long walks, especially on chilly afternoons.'

• 'Each picture told a story; mysterious often to my undeveloped understanding.'

• 'You have no business to take our books; you are a dependent, you have no money.'