Question

Who is Hareton?

• A. Heathcliff’s son
• B. Edgar’s nephew
• C. Hindley’s son
• D. Isabella’s second husband

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Hindley’s son

After Frances dies and Hindley spirals into alcoholism and self-destruction, Heathcliff takes advantage of the situation and raises Hareton under cruel conditions — essentially depriving him of education, manners, and his rightful status, as a form of revenge against Hindley.

But what’s really powerful is Hareton’s character arc — despite his rough upbringing, he grows into a kind and strong young man. His relationship with Cathy Linton (Catherine and Edgar’s daughter) eventually brings a sense of hope and healing to the story’s bitter cycle of revenge.