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Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Tess of the D'Urbervilles

  

by Thomas Hardy

Discussion & Essay Questions

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Sample of Discussion & Essay Questions


  1. Take a look at the first three parts of the novel; they all begin with references to either a basket or luggage. Why the obsession with baggage? (Hint: think about who's carrying the baggage and why!)