Hill House: Chapter 2

What motivates Eleanor to accept Dr. Montague's invitation to Hill House?

• She wants to prove her bravery.

• She desires independence and escape from her current life.

• She is curious about the supernatural.

• She hopes to make new friends.

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Which theme is suggested by the interactions between the characters in Chapter 2?

• The power of friendship

• The struggle for power

• The search for identity

• The impact of isolation

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What is the significance of the house's architecture as described in Chapter 2?

• It symbolizes the wealth of its original owners.

• It represents the complexity and confusion of the characters' minds.

• It is a metaphor for the passage of time.

• It highlights the beauty of nature.

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Summarize the key event that occurs when Eleanor first arrives at Hill House.

• Eleanor is warmly welcomed by the housekeeper.

• Eleanor experiences a sense of foreboding and unease.

• Eleanor immediately makes enemies with the other guests.

• Eleanor finds a hidden room in the house.

How does the narrative perspective in Chapter 2 influence the reader's understanding of Eleanor's character?

• It provides an objective view of her actions.

• It offers insight into her internal thoughts and feelings.

• It focuses on the opinions of other characters about her.

• It limits the reader's knowledge to only her dialogue.

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What does Eleanor's reaction to Hill House reveal about her character?

• She is easily frightened and timid.

• She is adventurous and fearless.

• She is introspective and sensitive.

• She is indifferent and unemotional.

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Identify a symbol introduced in Chapter 2 and its potential meaning.

• The garden, symbolizing growth and renewal.

• The closed doors, symbolizing secrets and barriers.

• The fireplace, symbolizing warmth and comfort.

• The staircase, symbolizing progress and ascent.

What is the primary conflict introduced in Chapter 2?

• Eleanor's struggle with the other guests.

• The tension between Dr. Montague and the housekeeper.

• Eleanor's internal conflict with her past.

• The group's fear of the Dr. Montague.

How does the author use setting to enhance the mood in Chapter 2?

• By describing the house as bright and welcoming.

• By emphasizing the isolation and eeriness of the house.

• By focusing on the lively town nearby.

• By highlighting the modern amenities of the house.

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What does the initial interaction between Eleanor and the other guests suggest about future dynamics?

• They will form a close-knit group.

• There will be tension and misunderstandings.

• They will ignore each other.

• They will compete for Dr. Montague's attention.