How obstinate and headstrong are you? Take the Jane Austen quiz

01Someone tells you what you “should” wear to a party.

I wear exactly what I planned. Possibly something bolder.I take the advice. They probably know best.I listen, then do what I want anyway.I meet them halfway.

02A rich relative orders you never to marry a certain person.

I would quietly reconsider. Family is family.I will make no promise of the kind.I obey. Life is easier that way.I say “we’ll see” and change the subject.

03Your sister is ill at a house three miles away. The road is muddy.

I walk. Mud is temporary, sisters are forever.I send a lovely letter.I wait for the carriage, however long it takes.I go, but I complain about my petticoat the whole way.

04Your book club picks a novel you can’t stand.

I read it and keep my opinion to myself.I read it and say exactly why it is terrible.I skim it and make a few polite comments.I suggest a better book for next time. Firmly.

05Someone insults you at a ball, within earshot.

I turn it into my funniest story of the year.I go home and cry a little.I remember it. Forever.I pretend I did not hear.

06A man you don’t love proposes, and he has a very good house.

A good house is not nothing. I would think about it.I say yes. I am not romantic, you know.I say no, politely but clearly.I say no, and explain exactly why.

07In a group, everyone agrees on something you think is wrong.

I go along with it. Not worth the fuss.I mention my doubts, gently.I disagree out loud and enjoy it a little too much.I argue my case, then let it go.