Chapter 27

• Who proposes to Tess in Chapter 27?

  Angel
• How does Angel interpret Tess's reluctance to accept his proposal?

  As modesty rather than internal conflict
• Why does Tess hesitate to accept Angel's proposal?

  She feels overwhelmed by guilt
• What does Tess's fear in the quote reflect?

  Her internalised shame from societal judgments
• What does Hardy critique about Angel's love for Tess?

  It blinds him to her humanity
• What does the quote about Angel's love suggest about his character?

  He is overly idealistic and impractical
• How does Angel's pursuit of Tess reflect Victorian ideals?

  • Mirrors ideals of feminine modesty
  • Reflects male chivalry
  • Hardy critiques these as unrealistic and damaging
• What societal norms shape Tess's internal conflict?

  Victorian moral judgments
• What does Tess fear regarding Angel's perception of her?

  That he may despise her
• What does the phrase "ethereal to a fault" imply about Angel's love?

  It suggests his love is unrealistic