Emma MCQs
1. How is Emma Woodhouse initially described?
A. Lively, artistic, and gentle
B. Handsome, clever, and rich
C. Shy, studious, and poor
D. Plain, ambitious, and well-connected
2. How old was Emma at the start of the novel?
A. Nearly twenty-one years old
B. Exactly twenty years old
C. Nearly eighteen years old
D. Twenty-five years old
3. What major change distresses Emma at the beginning of the novel?
A. Her sister moving to London
B. A change in their financial situation
C. Her father falling ill
D. Miss Taylor marrying Mr. Weston
4. What is Emma’s primary concern after Miss Taylor’s marriage?
A. Intellectual solitude
B. Finding a new governess
C. Her father’s health
D. Financial stability
5. How is Mr. Woodhouse’s nature described?
A. Active and robust
B. Reserved but sharp-witted
C. Energetic and jovial
D. A valetudinarian, without activity of mind or body
6. How far away from Hartfield does Emma’s sister Isabella live?
A. Sixteen miles
B. Five miles
C. Half a mile
D. Fifty miles
7. Who is described as being “first in consequence” in Highbury?
A. The Perrys
B. The Westons
C. The Coles
D. The Woodhouses
8. What is Mr. Woodhouse’s general opinion of matrimony?
A. He believes it leads to social advancement.
B. He considers it disagreeable as an origin of change.
C. He encourages it for everyone.
D. He views it as a source of great happiness.
9. Who arrives to visit, saving Emma from playing backgammon with her father?
A. Mr. Knightley
B. Isabella
C. Mrs. Weston
D. Mr. Elton
10. How is Mr. Knightley particularly connected to the Woodhouse family?
A. He is the elder brother of Isabella’s husband.
B. He is a distant cousin of Emma.
C. He is Mr. Woodhouse’s business partner.
D. He is Emma’s suitor.
11. What is Mr. Knightley’s age described as?
A. About twenty-one
B. Over fifty
C. About seven or eight and thirty
D. About forty-five
12. What is unique about Mr. Knightley’s relationship with Emma?
A. He is the only one who always agrees with her.
B. He is the only one who can make her laugh.
C. He is the only one who ever told her of her faults.
D. He is the only one who understands her artistic talents.
13. Emma boasts about making which match?
A. Mr. Elton and Harriet Smith
B. Herself and Frank Churchill
C. Mr. Weston and Miss Taylor
D. Isabella and Mr. John Knightley
14. How long ago does Emma claim to have made the Weston match?
A. Six months ago
B. One year ago
C. Four years ago
D. Two years ago
15. What does Mr. Knightley attribute Emma’s “match-making” success to?
A. A lucky guess
B. Her charming personality
C. Her manipulative nature
D. Her extensive social network
16. What new match does Emma propose to make?
A. For Frank Churchill
B. For Mr. Knightley
C. For Mr. Elton
D. For Harriet Smith
17. What was Mr. Weston’s profession before he came into a small independence?
A. A merchant
B. A lawyer
C. A farmer
D. An officer in the county militia
18. Who was Mr. Weston’s first wife?
A. Miss Taylor
B. Miss Churchill
C. Isabella Woodhouse
D. Mrs. Elton
19. Who is Mr. Frank Churchill?
A. Mr. Weston’s son from his first marriage
B. Mr. Weston’s younger brother
C. A suitor for Emma
D. Mr. Weston’s nephew
20. What is a “lively curiosity” in Highbury regarding Frank Churchill?
A. His opinions on matrimony
B. His professional career
C. His financial status
D. To see him, as he had never visited
21. Who is Mrs. Goddard?
A. A wealthy widow in Highbury
B. Emma’s former governess
C. The mistress of an old-fashioned boarding-school
D. Mr. Woodhouse’s housekeeper
22. What is Harriet Smith’s background?
A. She is a young lady from a prominent London family.
B. She is the natural daughter of somebody.
C. She is a wealthy heiress.
D. She is Emma’s distant cousin.
23. How old is Harriet Smith when Emma first takes an interest in her?
A. Seventeen
B. Fifteen
C. Twenty-one
D. Nineteen
24. What physical traits of Harriet does Emma particularly admire?
A. A stately figure and graceful movements
B. Short, plump, and fair, with blue eyes and light hair
C. Tall, slender, dark hair
D. Expressive eyes and a clever wit
25. What is Emma’s initial intention regarding Harriet?
A. To marry her off to Mr. Knightley.
B. To detach her from “bad acquaintance” and introduce her into good society.
C. To help her find her true parents.
D. To encourage her to become a governess.
26. What practical benefit did Emma foresee in Harriet’s companionship?
A. As a walking companion, replacing Mrs. Weston
B. Intellectual conversation
C. Assistance with household chores
D. Someone to play music with
27. What did Harriet tell Emma about Mrs. Martin’s home?
A. It had “two parlours,” an “upper maid,” and eight cows.
B. It was old-fashioned and plain.
C. It was small and uncomfortable.
D. It was poorly managed and untidy.
28. How does Emma describe Mr. Martin’s appearance?
A. Very plain and without gentility
B. Average, but well-dressed
C. Rugged but intelligent
D. Very handsome and genteel
29. Whom does Emma envision as a suitable model for a young man’s manners?
A. Frank Churchill
B. Isabella’s husband
C. Robert Martin
D. Mr. Elton
30. When did Emma first plan to match Harriet with Mr. Elton?
A. During Harriet’s first evening at Hartfield.
B. After Harriet refused Mr. Martin.
C. After Mr. Elton praised Harriet’s beauty.
D. When she realised Harriet needed a husband.
31. What is Mr. Knightley’s opinion of Emma’s friendship with Harriet?
A. He thinks it is a “bad thing.”
B. He is indifferent to it.
C. He believes it will only benefit Emma.
D. He thinks it is a good thing for both.
32. Why does Mrs. Weston believe Harriet will be good for Emma?
A. Harriet will supply a new object of interest and induce her to read more.
B. Harriet will challenge Emma’s opinions.
C. Harriet will provide Emma with much-needed discipline.
D. Harriet will encourage Emma’s match-making.
33. What does Mr. Knightley believe is the primary reason Emma is “spoiled”?
A. Being the cleverest of her family and losing her mother.
B. Her immense wealth
C. Her lack of social equals in Highbury
D. Her father’s indulgence
34. Who does Mrs. Weston say will agree with Mr. Knightley’s opinions about Emma?
A. Only Mrs. Elton
B. Miss Bates
C. Frank Churchill
D. John and Isabella Knightley
35. What skill did Emma once have a “passion for” but gave up?
A. Taking likenesses (drawing portraits)
B. Writing poetry
C. Playing the piano
D. Painting landscapes
36. Who does Emma decide to draw a picture of?
A. Her father
B. Mrs. Weston
C. Mr. Knightley
D. Harriet Smith
37. What was the “last and best” sketch Emma had drawn, which she put away?
A. Little George Knightley
B. Her brother, Mr. John Knightley
C. Her sister Isabella
D. Mrs. Weston
38. What task did Mr. Elton eagerly undertake regarding the finished portrait?
A. To take it to London to be framed.
B. To display it prominently at Hartfield.
C. To present it to Harriet officially.
D. To find a suitable frame in Highbury.
39. What surprising event occurred the day Mr. Elton left for London?
A. Harriet received a letter from Frank Churchill.
B. Mr. Knightley confessed his suspicions to Emma.
C. Mrs. Goddard’s school closed.
D. Harriet received a proposal of marriage from Mr. Martin.
40. How did Emma react to Mr. Martin’s proposal letter to Harriet?
A. She found it crude and ill-written.
B. She was surprised by its good sense and warm attachment.
C. She dismissed it as insincere.
D. She believed Harriet should accept it immediately.
41. How did Emma respond when Harriet asked for advice on the proposal?
A. She immediately told her to refuse him.
B. She refused to give direct advice.
C. She encouraged her to follow her heart.
D. She suggested a compromise.
42. Who called at Hartfield while Harriet was away delivering her refusal letter?
A. Mr. John Knightley
B. Mr. Knightley
C. Mr. Elton
D. Mrs. Weston
43. What “news” did Mr. Knightley share with Emma regarding Harriet?
A. She had found a new governess position.
B. She was planning to move away from Highbury.
C. Robert Martin intended to propose to her.
D. She had received another invitation to London.
44. How did Mr. Knightley react to news of Harriet’s refusal?
A. He was secretly pleased.
B. He looked “red with surprise and displeasure.”
C. He was mildly surprised but accepted it.
D. He immediately blamed Harriet.
45. What does Mr. Knightley accuse Emma of doing?
A. Not giving Harriet enough time to decide.
B. Persuading Harriet to refuse Mr. Martin.
C. Misinterpreting Harriet’s feelings.
D. Being too involved in Harriet’s affairs.
46. What does Mr. Knightley suggest about Harriet’s happiness with the Martins?
A. She was unhappy and sought Emma’s help.
B. Her mind was already filled with ambition.
C. She was “as happy as possible” with them before Emma’s interference.
D. She was already looking for a higher match.
47. What is Mr. Knightley’s final piece of advice to Emma regarding Mr. Elton?
A. That Mr. Elton is too reserved to marry Harriet.
B. That “Elton will not do,” as he is not likely to make an imprudent match.
C. That Emma should encourage Mr. Elton more actively.
D. That Mr. Elton is a good man and will eventually propose.
48. What was Harriet’s only current “literary pursuit”?
A. Reading novels with Emma.
B. Collecting and transcribing riddles.
C. Studying history.
D. Writing poetry.
49. What does Mr. Elton contribute to the riddle collection?
A. A humorous anecdote.
B. A philosophical question.
C. A charade addressed to a young lady.
D. A collection of children’s rhymes.
50. What word does Emma secretly deduce the charade points to?
A. Friendship
B. Marriage
C. Courtship
D. Admiration
51. How did Emma try to facilitate a private conversation between Mr. Elton and Harriet?
A. She left them alone in the drawing-room.
B. She engaged the housekeeper in conversation, leaving the door ajar.
C. She sent Harriet away with the housekeeper.
D. She went for a walk with her father.
52. What became the “prime object of interest” for Emma after Mr. Elton’s visit to London?
A. Harriet’s continued infatuation.
B. The coming of her sister Isabella’s family.
C. Mr. Elton’s return from London.
D. Her own romantic prospects.
53. How many children do Mr. and Mrs. John Knightley have?
A. Five
B. Four
C. Three
D. Two
54. What is Mr. John Knightley’s character described as?
A. Easy-going and flattering.
B. Clever and domestic, but with reserved manners.
C. Shy and retiring.
D. Overly cheerful and social.
55. What is Emma’s main point of contention with Mr. John Knightley?
A. His “want of respectful forbearance towards her father.”
B. His lack of ambition.
C. His reserved manners.
D. His indifference to her father’s health.
56. How does Isabella react to Frank Churchill not living with his father?
A. She finds it “shocking.”
B. She is indifferent.
C. She thinks it is normal for young men.
D. She believes it is beneficial for his career.
57. What remedy does Mr. Woodhouse strongly recommend for illness?
A. Sea air and bathing.
B. Mr. Wingfield’s embrocation.
C. A basin of nice smooth gruel.
D. Rest and quiet.
58. What “imagination” did Mr. John Knightley share with Emma that surprised her?
A. That Harriet was secretly engaged.
B. That Frank Churchill would never visit.
C. That Emma herself might be “Mr. Elton’s object”.
D. That Mr. Knightley was in love with Jane Fairfax.
59. What was Mr. John Knightley’s opinion of going to Randalls in snowy weather?
A. He saw it as an enjoyable adventure.
B. He considered it “the greatest absurdity” and folly.
C. He was indifferent to the weather.
D. He was pleased by the unexpected snow.
60. What news did Emma suspect Mr. Weston was trying to announce at dinner?
A. An early visit from his son, Frank Churchill.
B. Isabella’s upcoming visit.
C. A new social club in Highbury.
D. His own retirement plans.
61. What were Emma’s secret feelings about Frank Churchill?
A. She found him entirely uninteresting.
B. She was interested in him and thought he might suit her.
C. She believed he was unsuitable for her.
D. She hoped he would marry Harriet.
62. Who examined the snow and reassured the party they could get home?
A. Mr. Weston
B. Frank Churchill
C. Mr. John Knightley
D. Mr. Knightley
63. Who accompanied Emma in the second carriage, leading to a “tête-à-tête”?
A. Mr. Weston
B. Mr. Elton
C. A servant
D. Harriet Smith
64. What did Mr. Elton do in the carriage that shocked Emma?
A. He fell asleep.
B. He proposed marriage to her.
C. He criticized her family.
D. He complained about the cold.
65. How did Mr. Elton react when Emma mentioned Harriet Smith?
A. He praised Harriet warmly.
B. He was astonished and claimed to have never thought of her.
C. He agreed she was a suitable match.
D. He was indifferent.
66. What did Emma conclude about her own behaviour after Mr. Elton’s proposal?
A. She had been perfectly correct.
B. It was a complete miscalculation on her part.
C. It was Mr. Elton’s fault entirely.
D. She blamed Harriet for giving the wrong signals.
67. Where did Mr. Elton go the day after his proposal to Emma was rejected?
A. To London
B. To Rosings Park
C. To Bath
D. To his parish in Hunsford
68. How did Harriet react to the news of Mr. Elton’s proposal to Emma?
A. She was angry at Emma.
B. She was overcome with shock and grief.
C. She was indifferent.
D. She laughed at the absurdity.
69. What was Mr. Knightley’s reaction to the news of Mr. Elton’s engagement in Bath?
A. He was surprised and disappointed.
B. He expressed no surprise at all.
C. He was happy for Mr. Elton.
D. He thought it was a rumour.
70. What did Mr. Knightley say about Emma’s match-making abilities after the Elton affair?
A. “You have been a good friend to Harriet Smith.”
B. “You have been no friend to Harriet Smith.”
C. “You should try again with another suitor.”
D. “You have a true talent for it.”
71. Who is Miss Bates in Highbury society?
A. A wealthy widow
B. The rector’s wife
C. A former governess
D. A middle-aged spinster of small fortune, universally liked for her good temper.
72. Who is Jane Fairfax?
A. Miss Bates’s younger sister
B. Miss Bates’s niece
C. A rival to Emma
D. A new resident of Highbury
73. Why does Emma claim not to like Jane Fairfax?
A. Jane is too beautiful.
B. Jane is too clever.
C. Emma is tired of hearing her praised.
D. Jane is poor.
74. What profession is Jane Fairfax destined for if she does not marry well?
A. A teacher
B. A governess
C. A shopkeeper
D. A companion to a lady
75. What news does Miss Bates bring that causes a stir in Highbury?
A. The arrival of Frank Churchill.
B. The engagement of Mr. Elton to Miss Augusta Hawkins.
C. The sale of Netherfield Park.
D. The upcoming ball at the Crown Inn.
76. How does Harriet Smith react to the news of Mr. Elton’s engagement?
A. She is indifferent.
B. She bursts into tears and needs to be taken from the room.
C. She expresses her anger at Emma.
D. She congratulates him sincerely.
77. What item does Harriet bring to Emma to be “burnt”?
A. A lock of Mr. Elton’s hair
B. A piece of court-plaister Mr. Elton had used
C. A pencil-end given to her by Mr. Elton
D. Both B and C
78. What does Emma suggest Harriet should do to overcome her feelings for Mr. Elton?
A. Write him an angry letter.
B. Find a new suitor immediately.
C. Pay a visit to the Martin family.
D. Avoid seeing him at all costs.
79. Who finally arrives in Highbury, causing much excitement?
A. The Gardiners
B. Frank Churchill
C. The new Mrs. Elton
D. Jane Fairfax’s parents
80. What is Emma’s initial impression of Frank Churchill?
A. She finds him proud and reserved.
B. She is disappointed by his appearance.
C. She is not at all disappointed and finds him handsome and agreeable.
D. She thinks he is too talkative.
81. Where does Frank Churchill have to go to get his hair cut?
A. Highbury
B. London
C. Bath
D. Weymouth
82. What is Mr. Knightley’s opinion of Frank Churchill’s character?
A. He finds him charming and sincere.
B. He thinks Frank is a light, silly young fellow who has not done his duty.
C. He believes Frank is a good son to his father.
D. He reserves his judgment.
83. Who sends Jane Fairfax a pianoforte as a gift?
A. Mrs. Weston
B. An anonymous benefactor
C. Mr. Knightley
D. Emma Woodhouse
84. Who does Emma suspect is the secret giver of the pianoforte?
A. Frank Churchill
B. Colonel Campbell
C. Mr. Dixon
D. Mr. Knightley
85. What is the name of the new bride Mr. Elton brings to Highbury?
A. Augusta Hawkins
B. Jane Fairfax
C. Harriet Smith
D. Maria Lucas
86. How is Mrs. Elton characterized?
A. As shy and reserved.
B. As elegant and well-mannered.
C. As conceited, assuming, and ignorant.
D. As kind and charitable.
87. What does Mrs. Elton call Mr. Knightley, to his annoyance?
A. Sir Knightley
B. George
C. Knightley
D. Mr. K
88. What social event do the Coles host, inviting all the principal families?
A. A morning concert
B. A summer picnic
C. A dinner-party
D. A masquerade ball
89. What does Emma do that makes Mr. Knightley angry at the Coles’ party?
A. She refuses to dance with him.
B. She arrives late.
C. She publicly snubs Mrs. Elton.
D. She flirts openly with Frank Churchill.
90. At the Coles’ party, what does Emma notice about Jane Fairfax’s singing?
A. She sings poorly.
B. She sings beautifully, with true science and taste.
C. She is too shy to sing.
D. She sings loudly and without feeling.
91. What is the game played at the party at Hartfield?
A. Charades
B. A word game involving letters and an anagram
C. Whist
D. Blind man’s buff
92. What word does Frank Churchill give to Jane Fairfax during the word game?
A. “Love”
B. “Blunder”
C. “Pardon”
D. “Friendship”
93. Who does Harriet Smith encounter unexpectedly, who then helps her?
A. Mr. Elton
B. A group of gypsiés
C. Mr. Knightley
D. Frank Churchill
94. Who rescues Harriet from the gypsiés?
A. Mr. Knightley
B. Mr. Weston
C. Mr. Elton
D. Frank Churchill
95. After being rescued by Frank Churchill, who does Harriet fall in love with?
A. Mr. Martin
B. Frank Churchill
C. Mr. Knightley
D. Mr. Elton
96. Where does the infamous Box Hill picnic take place?
A. At Hartfield
B. At Donwell Abbey
C. At Box Hill
D. At Rosings Park
97. What cruel remark does Emma make to Miss Bates at Box Hill?
A. She criticizes her dress.
B. She mocks her lack of fortune.
C. She implies Miss Bates talks too much and is not very clever.
D. She tells her she is not welcome.
98. Who reprimands Emma for her comment to Miss Bates?
A. Mrs. Weston
B. Mr. Knightley
C. Her father
D. Frank Churchill
99. What surprising news is revealed following Mrs. Churchill’s death?
A. Frank Churchill inherits a vast fortune.
B. Frank Churchill and Jane Fairfax have been secretly engaged.
C. The Westons are moving to London.
D. Mr. Weston’s business has failed.
100. How does Emma feel when she learns of Frank and Jane’s engagement?
A. Angry and betrayed
B. Relieved and happy for them
C. She is shocked and ashamed of her own misjudgments.
D. Indifferent
101. Who does Harriet reveal she is actually in love with?
A. Frank Churchill
B. Robert Martin
C. Mr. Knightley
D. Mr. Elton
102. What is Emma’s reaction to Harriet’s confession?
A. She is delighted.
B. It is a “thunderbolt” that makes her realize her own feelings for Mr. Knightley.
C. She encourages the match.
D. She is angry at Harriet’s presumption.
103. What does Mr. Knightley confess to Emma in the garden at Hartfield?
A. He is leaving Highbury.
B. He has always loved her.
C. He disapproves of Frank Churchill.
D. He plans to marry Jane Fairfax.
104. Who does Harriet Smith ultimately marry?
A. Mr. Knightley
B. Frank Churchill
C. Mr. Elton
D. Robert Martin
105. What is the final outcome for Emma Woodhouse?
A. She remains single at Hartfield.
B. She moves to London.
C. She marries Mr. Knightley.
D. She becomes a governess.
106. What compromise do Emma and Mr. Knightley make regarding their living situation after marriage?
A. They move to London.
B. Emma moves to Donwell Abbey.
C. They buy a new house together.
D. Mr. Knightley moves into Hartfield to live with Emma and her father.
107. The novel “Emma” is a comedy of what?
A. Errors
B. Menace
C. Manners
D. Slapstick
108. What is Emma’s primary character flaw?
A. Greed
B. Dishonesty
C. Pride and a tendency to meddle
D. Laziness
109. How is the society of Highbury depicted?
A. As a diverse and open community.
B. As a closed and class-conscious society.
C. As a politically turbulent environment.
D. As a place of great intellectualism.
110. The novel’s narrative perspective is primarily:
A. First-person (Emma’s)
B. Third-person omniscient
C. Third-person limited, focusing closely on Emma’s consciousness
D. Epistolary (told through letters)
111. What role does social class play in the novel?
A. It is insignificant.
B. It is a major factor in determining relationships and opportunities.
C. It is only important to the older generation.
D. It is easily overcome by love.
112. Mr. Woodhouse’s hypochondria serves what purpose in the narrative?
A. To create a sense of tragedy.
B. As a source of constant, gentle comedy.
C. To drive the main plot forward.
D. To highlight the inadequacy of medical care.
113. What is the significance of the ball at the Crown Inn?
A. It is where Emma and Mr. Knightley first dance.
B. It is where Mr. Elton’s engagement is announced.
C. It is a key social event where several relationships develop and are tested.
D. It is where Frank Churchill and Jane Fairfax’s secret is revealed.
114. How does Emma’s view of Jane Fairfax evolve throughout the novel?
A. From dislike to admiration and friendship.
B. She always dislikes her.
C. From admiration to jealousy.
D. She remains indifferent to her.
115. The novel explores the theme of self-deception, primarily through which character?
A. Mr. Knightley
B. Jane Fairfax
C. Emma Woodhouse
D. Mrs. Weston
116. What is the role of irony in “Emma”?
A. It is used sparingly.
B. It is a central element, particularly in the gap between Emma’s perceptions and reality.
C. It is only used for comedic effect.
D. It is absent from the novel.
117. What is Mr. Knightley’s primary function in the novel?
A. To be a rival to Frank Churchill.
B. To serve as a moral guide and a voice of reason for Emma.
C. To provide comic relief.
D. To manage the local estates.
118. The novel ultimately celebrates what kind of marriage?
A. A marriage based on financial security.
B. A marriage between social equals.
C. A marriage based on self-knowledge, mutual respect, and love.
D. A marriage of convenience.
119. How does Emma’s journey of self-discovery conclude?
A. She decides to remain independent.
B. She realizes her own faults and capacity for love.
C. She becomes the leading figure in Highbury society.
D. She leaves Highbury for a new life.
120. What is the significance of the name “Highbury”?
A. It suggests a place of high moral standards.
B. It reflects the elevated social status of its main residents.
C. It has no particular significance.
D. It is a real town in England.
121. What does Harriet’s collection of “treasures” reveal about her character?
A. Her intelligence
B. Her sentimentality and tendency to overvalue small tokens of affection.
C. Her artistic talent
D. Her materialistic nature
122. Frank Churchill’s character is primarily characterized by what?
A. Honesty and directness
B. Charm, duplicity, and selfishness
C. Shyness and reservation
D. Intellectual depth
123. The relationship between Emma and Harriet highlights what social theme?
A. The importance of friendship between different classes.
B. The dangers of social manipulation and unequal friendships.
C. The benefits of mentorship.
D. The bonds of sisterhood.
124. What does the final union of Harriet and Robert Martin represent?
A. A tragic mismatch
B. The restoration of a natural and appropriate social order.
C. A victory for Emma’s matchmaking.
D. A marriage of convenience.
125. Emma’s refusal to visit the Coles initially is an example of what?
A. Her kindness
B. Her social snobbery
C. Her shyness
D. Her busy schedule
126. What does the strawberry-picking party at Donwell Abbey represent?
A. A moment of social chaos.
B. A perfect English summer day and a seemingly ideal social gathering.
C. A failed attempt at entertainment.
D. The beginning of Emma’s downfall.
127. Mrs. Elton’s constant references to her brother-in-law’s estate, Maple Grove, serve to highlight what?
A. Her strong family ties.
B. Her vulgarity and social climbing.
C. Her wealth.
D. Her love of nature.
128. What is the significance of Emma’s compassion for Jane Fairfax’s situation?
A. It shows her capacity for empathy despite her initial dislike.
B. It is a sign of her guilt.
C. It is purely for social appearances.
D. It is a way to impress Mr. Knightley.
129. The novel suggests that true gentility comes from what?
A. Birth and wealth
B. Fashionable clothes and manners
C. Character and conduct
D. Education and accomplishments
130. What does the ending of the novel, with three marriages, suggest?
A. The triumph of love over social barriers.
B. The restoration of social order and harmony.
C. The inevitability of marriage for women.
D. All of the above.
131. Who is the first character to correctly suspect Emma’s feelings for Mr. Knightley?
A. Mrs. Weston
B. Harriet Smith
C. Jane Fairfax
D. Mr. John Knightley
132. How is Highbury described in the opening chapter?
A. A bustling town
B. A large and populous village, almost amounting to a town
C. A small, remote village
D. A fashionable seaside resort
133. What is Emma’s opinion of her own match-making skills at the beginning?
A. She is modest and unsure.
B. She thinks she has no skill in it.
C. She is highly confident and proud of her supposed success.
D. She is indifferent.
134. What is the name of the main family estate in the novel?
A. Donwell Abbey
B. Netherfield
C. Hartfield
D. Rosings
135. Mr. Knightley’s estate is named what?
A. Hartfield
B. Donwell Abbey
C. Pemberley
D. Netherfield
136. What is the name of the local apothecary who is a friend of the Woodhouses?
A. Mr. Cole
B. Mr. Perry
C. Mr. Wingfield
D. Mr. Elton
137. Frank Churchill is the heir to what family?
A. The Westons
B. The Coles
C. The Churchills of Enscombe
D. The Knightleys
138. The novel is divided into how many volumes?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. It is not divided into volumes.
139. What is the primary source of conflict for Jane Fairfax?
A. Her rivalry with Emma.
B. Her poverty and the necessity of becoming a governess.
C. Her secret engagement to Frank Churchill.
D. Both B and C.
140. How does Emma first learn about Robert Martin’s character?
A. Through Mr. Knightley’s praise.
B. Through Harriet Smith’s detailed account of her visit.
C. By meeting him at a social event.
D. Through local gossip.
141. What is the main reason for Emma’s dislike of Mrs. Elton?
A. Mrs. Elton is wealthier than her.
B. Mrs. Elton’s vulgarity and presumption offend Emma’s sense of social propriety.
C. Mrs. Elton is a rival for Mr. Knightley’s affection.
D. Mrs. Elton is unkind to Harriet.
142. What event marks the climax of Emma’s self-deception and moral blindness?
A. Mr. Elton’s proposal in the carriage.
B. Her insult to Miss Bates at Box Hill.
C. Her argument with Mr. Knightley about Harriet.
D. Her encouragement of Harriet’s feelings for Frank Churchill.
143. What is the name of Mrs. Elton’s brother-in-law’s estate, which she frequently mentions?
A. Enscombe
B. Donwell Abbey
C. Maple Grove
D. Hartfield
144. Who is the author of “Emma”?
A. Charlotte Brontë
B. George Eliot
C. Jane Austen
D. Mary Shelley
145. What is Harriet’s final reaction to learning of Emma’s feelings for Mr. Knightley?
A. She is angry and resentful.
B. She is deeply hurt but behaves with propriety and composure.
C. She confronts Emma directly.
D. She tries to win Mr. Knightley’s affection anyway.
146. How does the novel use secrets and misunderstandings to drive the plot?
A. They are minor plot points.
B. They create a constant source of dramatic irony and character development.
C. They are always resolved quickly and without consequence.
D. They only involve the minor characters.
147. What does Emma’s relationship with her father reveal about her character?
A. Her selfishness
B. Her patience and deep affection, despite his difficult nature.
C. Her desire to escape from her family.
D. Her lack of respect for her elders.
148. The novel’s conclusion emphasizes what value?
A. The importance of maintaining social hierarchy.
B. The triumph of individual happiness and moral growth.
C. The necessity of marrying for money.
D. The superiority of city life over country life.
149. What is the first name of Mr. Knightley’s brother?
A. George
B. John
C. Robert
D. James
150. What does the novel ultimately suggest about Emma’s “improvements” to Harriet?
A. They were successful and beneficial.
B. They were misguided and nearly led to Harriet’s unhappiness.
C. They were necessary for Harriet’s social advancement.
D. They had no real effect on Harriet’s character.