The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy Quiz
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The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy is a novel that explores themes of fate, regret, and redemption. In a similar vein, our quiz game challenges players to test their knowledge and make quick decisions under pressure.
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- - The Mayor of Casterbridge was first published in 1886.
- - The story is set in the fictional town of Casterbridge, which is based on the real town of Dorchester in England.
- - The protagonist, Michael Henchard, sells his wife and daughter at a fair while drunk.
- - Henchard regrets his actions and makes a vow to abstain from alcohol for 21 years.
- - Henchard becomes the mayor of Casterbridge and gains prominence in the town.
- - Susan and Elizabeth-Jane, Henchard's wife and daughter, return to Casterbridge after his wife's death.
- - Henchard tries to make amends with his daughter and rebuild their relationship.
- - Lucetta Templeman, a young woman who was previously in a relationship with Henchard, moves to Casterbridge.
- - Henchard and Lucetta begin a passionate affair but keep it a secret.
- - Farfrae, a young and talented Scottish businessman, arrives in Casterbridge and becomes Henchard's manager.
- - Henchard becomes jealous of Farfrae's popularity and success.
- - Henchard publicly humiliates Farfrae and fires him, leading to a rivalry between them.
- - Henchard's reputation starts to decline, and he loses his position as mayor.
- - Elizabeth-Jane discovers the truth about her parentage and that Henchard is not her biological father.
- - Henchard's fortunes continue to decline, and he becomes destitute.
- - Henchard dies alone and impoverished, with only Elizabeth-Jane by his side.
- - Lucetta marries Farfrae after Henchard's death but dies shortly after their marriage.
- - Elizabeth-Jane ends up with Farfrae, and they live a comfortable life together.
- - The novel explores themes of fate, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions.
- - The Mayor of Casterbridge is considered one of Thomas Hardy's most significant works.