Mrs. Humphry Ward by John Sutherland
- 1. Mrs. Humphry Ward by John Sutherland is a captivating exploration of the life and contributions of Mary Augusta Ward, a prominent English novelist and a key figure in the literary landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Known for her social consciousness and strong feminist voice, Mrs. Ward's works often tackled the pressing social issues of her time, such as women's rights, education, and the complexities of human relationships. Sutherland's analysis provides insights into Mrs. Ward's personal life, including her influences, friendships, and the socio-political context that shaped her writing. Sutherland meticulously examines her most significant works, including 'Robert Elsmere', which became a bestseller and sparked widespread discussion about faith, doubt, and the role of religion in modern society. Furthermore, the biography delves into her role as a public intellectual and advocate for women's education, reflecting on how her literary achievements intersected with her commitment to social reform. Through a rich narrative, Sutherland illustrates the challenges Mrs. Ward faced in a predominantly male literary world, highlighting her perseverance and the impact she had on both literature and society.
Mrs. Humphry Ward was the granddaughter of which famous educationalist?
A) Matthew Arnold
B) John Dewey
C) Thomas Arnold
D) John Henry Newman
- 2. What was Mrs. Humphry Ward's most famous and controversial novel?
A) Jane Eyre
B) Wuthering Heights
C) Robert Elsmere
D) Middlemarch
- 3. What was Mrs. Humphry Ward's real first name?
A) Mary
B) Margaret
C) Mildred
D) Martha
- 4. Besides writing novels, what other significant work did Mrs. Humphry Ward undertake?
A) Scientific research
B) Military service
C) Social reform and philanthropy
D) Political office
- 5. What organization did Mrs. Humphry Ward found to oppose women's suffrage?
A) The Suffragette Movement
B) The Bloomsbury Group
C) The Women's National Anti-Suffrage League
D) The Fabian Society
- 6. What was distinctive about Ward's working methods as described by Sutherland?
A) She wrote only one novel
B) She wrote only when inspired
C) She was highly disciplined and productive
D) She collaborated extensively
- 7. Which famous author was Ward's uncle?
A) Matthew Arnold
B) George Eliot
C) Charles Dickens
D) Thomas Hardy
- 8. What was Ward's attitude toward the poor, according to Sutherland's biography?
A) Indifferent
B) Hostile
C) Paternalistic and charitable
D) Revolutionary
- 9. Which prime minister was among Ward's admirers?
A) Disraeli
B) Thatcher
C) Churchill
D) Gladstone
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