Controversy Project
1.What were the main difficulties students faced during their first quarter in Lowood?
a.New rules and curriculum.
b.Lack of adequate clothing to protect from the cold.
c.Meals are scarce.
d.All of the above.
Answer: d. The article mentions that the students need to adapt to the new rules and unfamiliar curriculum, and that life is very difficult due to the lack of adequate clothing to protect them from the cold and the lack of meals.
2.How often do students need to be outdoors each day in Lowood?
a.Half-hour.
b.One hour.
c.Two hours.
d.Three hours.
Answer: B. Despite the limited range of activities, students are still required to spend one hour outdoors each day.
3.How far do students have to walk to church on a Sunday?
a.One mile.
b.Two miles.
c.Three miles.
d.Four miles.
Answer: B. Students walk two miles to Brockbridge Church on Sundays.
4.What did Mr. Brocklehurst disagree with during his visit to Lowood?
a.Perm.
b.Changing collars is too frequent.
c.Eat snacks with extra meals.
d.All of the above.
Answer: d. Mr. Brocklehurst expressed his displeasure at the students' perming of their hair, frequent collar changes and snack meals.
5.How does Mr. Brocklehurst think students should treat food?
a.Cherish and save.
b.Feel free to waste.
c.Eat only what you like.
d.Eat only vegetarian food.
Answer: a. Mr. Brocklehurst emphasized that students should cherish food and not make up for it with something more delicious, even if it is not to taste.
6.Which of the students' hair did Mr. Brocklehurst pay special attention to during his inspection?
a.Julia Seyvern.
b.Helen Pence.
c.Agnes.
d.Katherine Johnstone.
Answer: a. Mr. Brocklehurst expressed particular concern about Julia Severn's curly hair and asked that it be cut.
7.In Mr. Brocklehurst's speech, he briefly described why?
a.A diligent student.
b.One**.
c.A model student.
d.A hero.
Answer: B. In his speech, Mr. Brocklehurst described Jane as a**.
8.How long was Jane asked to stand on a stool after Mr. Brocklehurst's speech?
a.Ten minutes.
b.Twenty minutes.
c.Half-hour.
d.One hour.
Answer: c. Jane was asked to stand on the stool for half an hour.
9.What kind of support did Helen Pence give Jane when Jane was sent off?
a.Verbal encouragement.
b.Material help.
c.Eyes and smiles.
d.Defend Jane.
Answer: c. Helen Pence supports Jane with a look and a smile.
10.What are Jane's living conditions like in Lowood?
a.Comfortable.
b.Arduous.
c.Ordinary.
d.Luxury.
Answer: B. Jane's living conditions in Lowood were very harsh, including cold, hunger, and a lack of proper clothing.
11.What does Jane's meal at Lowood usually include?
a.Hearty meals.
b.Brown bread and coffee.
c.Meat and vegetables.
d.Fruits and desserts.
Answer: B. Jane's meal at Lowood usually includes brown bread and coffee.
12.What season of Jane in Lowood finds it particularly difficult?
a.Spring.
b.Summer.
c.Autumn.
d.Winter.
Answer: d. Jane's winter in Lowood was particularly difficult because the roads were blocked by snow and there was a lack of adequate clothing to protect her from the cold.
13.What activity did Jane do in Lowood make her the most unhappy?
a.Outdoor activities.
b.Go to church.
c.Eat refreshments.
d.Class.
Answer: B. Jane's visit to church in Lowood made her the happiest because it was cold to walk, even colder when she arrived at church, and she could only eat one cold meat and bread between services.
14.At what point in Lowood did Jane feel a little comforted?
a.While eating refreshments.
b.After the evening service.
c.When reciting catechism.
d.When listening to a sermon.
Answer: a. Jane felt a little comforted at Lowood's refreshment moment, as everyone was given a double portion of bread.
15.What of Jane's actions at Lowood was considered misconduct by Mr. Brocklehurst?
a.Share food.
b.Broken clipboard.
c.Perm.
d.Wear expensive fancy clothes.
Answer: B. Jane's breaking of the clipboard at Lowood was considered misconduct by Mr. Brocklehurst.