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The Dressmaker
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"The Dressmaker" Quiz

A skilled dressmaker returns to her small Australian town seeking revenge and redemption.

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  1. How does the character of Tilly Dunnage evolve throughout the novel?
  2. Discuss the significance of the setting of the novel in shaping the story and its characters.
  3. What role does revenge play in the plot of the novel, and how does it drive the actions of the characters?
  4. Compare and contrast the relationships between Tilly and her mother, and Tilly and the other residents of the town.
  5. How does the theme of redemption manifest in the novel, and which characters experience it?
  6. What commentary does the novel make on societal norms and expectations, particularly in relation to gender and class?
  7. Analyze the role of fashion and clothing in the story, and how it reflects the characters' identities and aspirations.