"The Small House at Allington" Quiz
A young woman navigates love and societal expectations in a small English village.
classics | 695 pages | Published in 1864
Play the quiz
Test your knowledge about the book "The Small House at Allington". We have come up with 10 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
10 questions available
Essay questions
These essay questions are meant to be used as a starting point for your essay or research paper.
- Discuss the role of the small house at Allington in the novel. How does it serve as a symbol throughout the story?
- Analyze the character of Lily Dale and her relationship with her family. How does her loyalty and love for her family drive her actions in the novel?
- Examine the theme of social class in 'The Small House at Allington.' How does Trollope explore the divide between the aristocracy and the middle class?
- Discuss the love triangle between Lily Dale, Johnny Eames, and Adolphus Crosbie. What motivates each character in their romantic pursuits, and how does it impact their relationships?
- Explore the theme of marriage in the novel. How are different marriages portrayed, and what commentary does Trollope make about the institution of marriage?
- Analyze the character of Squire Christopher Dale. How does his stubbornness and traditional values shape the events of the novel?
- Discuss the theme of duty and obligation in 'The Small House at Allington.' How do characters navigate their responsibilities towards family, love, and society?
