Test yourself on Villette: 30 quiz questions with the answer explained, and 39 flashcards on the characters, places, themes and turning points. Free, no sign-up.
Why does Paulina arrive at Mrs. Bretton’s home?
Who becomes the focus of Paulina’s affection after her father leaves?
What work does Miss Marchmont offer Lucy?
Where does Lucy decide to go after Miss Marchmont’s death?
Whom does Lucy meet during her Channel crossing?
How does Lucy reach Madame Beck’s school?
What does Madame Beck secretly do after giving Lucy a bed?
Whom does Ginevra prefer to the suitor whose gifts she accepts?
What first brings Dr. John into Madame Beck’s household?
Why does Lucy take a role in the school comedy?
What happens after Lucy seeks comfort from a Catholic priest?
Whose identity does Lucy confirm during her recovery?
Where does Lucy recover among the Brettons?
Why does Lucy apologize to Graham after criticizing his devotion to Ginevra?
What ends Graham’s devotion to Ginevra at the concert?
Where does Lucy first see the nunlike figure while reading Graham’s letter?
What interrupts the performance featuring Vashti?
Who is Miss de Bassompierre?
What does Lucy do with Graham’s letters after renewed interference with her drawer?
How does Paul Emanuel respond when Lucy breaks his spectacles?
What gift helps Lucy reconcile with Paul Emanuel?
How has Paul Emanuel secretly watched the school garden?
What does Paulina reveal to Lucy about Graham?
What does Père Silas reveal about Paul Emanuel?
How does Lucy respond to efforts to change her religion?
What does Paulina’s father finally permit?
What does Lucy do to the false nun left on her bed?
Who impersonates the apparent attic nun?
What has Paul arranged for Lucy before sailing?
What leaves Lucy’s hoped-for reunion uncertain?
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