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A Pair of Blue Eyes by Thomas Hardy Quiz

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Are you ready to test your knowledge and race against the clock in a thrilling quiz game? Just like the characters in ‘A Pair of Blue Eyes’ by Thomas Hardy, you’ll need to use your wits and skills to succeed!

  • Game Details: a quiz game with multiple-choice questions to test your knowledge.
  • Race against the clock to answer as many questions as you can!
  • Use spells wisely to help you along the way.
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  • - The novel was published in 1873.
  • - It was Thomas Hardy's third published novel.
  • - The story is set in the fictional Wessex region of England.
  • - The protagonist, Elfride Swancourt, is a young woman who falls in love with two different men.
  • - The title refers to Elfride's striking blue eyes, which play a significant role in the plot.
  • - Elfride's father, Reverend Swancourt, is a widower and a country parson.
  • - Elfride meets and falls in love with a young architect named Stephen Smith.
  • - Stephen is an ambitious and talented man, but he comes from a lower social class than Elfride.
  • - Elfride's relationship with Stephen faces obstacles due to their differing social backgrounds.
  • - Elfride's stepmother, Mrs. Swancourt, disapproves of the relationship.
  • - Elfride's affections are tested when she meets and becomes attracted to Henry Knight, a London literary man.
  • - Henry Knight is older than Elfride and has a more established position in society.
  • - Elfride's conflicting feelings for Stephen and Henry create a love triangle.
  • - The novel explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations.
  • - The story includes elements of tragedy and heartbreak.
  • - A Pair of Blue Eyes is known for its vivid descriptions of the Wessex landscape.
  • - The novel received mixed reviews upon its initial publication.
  • - Later editions of the book were revised by Hardy to align with his evolving writing style.
  • - A Pair of Blue Eyes is considered a precursor to Hardy's more famous works, such as Far from the Madding Crowd and Tess of the d'Urbervilles.
  • - The novel showcases Hardy's exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the constraints imposed by societal norms.

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