问答题
The real evils, indeed, of Emma"s situation were the power of having rather too much her own way, and a disposition to think a little too well of herself: these were the disadvantages which threatened alloy to her many enjoyments. The danger, however, was at present so unperceived, that they did not by any means rank as misfortunes with her.
问答题
Name the author and title of the novel from which this excerpt is taken.(2 points)
【正确答案】正确答案：This excerpt is taken from Jane Austen"s Emma.
【答案解析】
问答题
How do you understand the meaning and function of this excerpt in the whole novel?(2 points)
【正确答案】正确答案：This excerpt occurs early in the novel, shortly after Emma has been introduced as the protagonist. In this particular quotation, the narrator presents a reliable analysis of characters and events, expresses the primary conflict of the novel: Emma"s self-centered nature and the fact that she does not recognize it herself which is the most important theme of the whole novel.