Lucy Worsley on The Death of Jane Austen: Jane Austen's character

The video explores Jane Austen's personality, highlighting her wit and humor among friends, contrasted with her perceived coldness by strangers. It discusses the irony of her image on banknotes, which doesn't reflect her true appearance. Austen's early death at 41 left potential novels unwritten, while her sister Cassandra continued her legacy. The video concludes with a call to support Jane's Fund for house repairs and mentions a related book.

How was Jane Austen described by those who knew her well?

• As a serious and stern individual

• As a shy and reserved person

• As a witty and funny individual

• As a quiet and judgmental person

What is ironic about Jane Austen's image on the 10-pound note?

• It was painted by her sister Cassandra

• It does not accurately depict her appearance

• It was created while she was alive

• It was based on her self-portrait

Why was Jane Austen's portrait created after her death?

• To replace an older portrait

• To satisfy readers' curiosity about her appearance

• To commemorate her literary achievements

• To fulfill a request from her family

What happened to Jane Austen's sister Cassandra after Jane's death?

• She moved to London

• She ran a school for girls

• She became a famous author

• She traveled around Europe

What is the purpose of Jane's Fund?

• To fund repairs for Jane Austen's house

• To support a scholarship in her name

• To organize literary events in her honor

• To publish Jane Austen's unpublished works