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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Dinah when she began preaching, according to the narrative in Chapter 8?

2. Where does Adam's brother say he has got his hat and things waiting for him as he leaves the shop in Chapter 1?

3. Who is the Treddleston grocer?

4. When does Dinah say she is returning to Snowfield in Chapter 11?

5. What does Mr. Massey express a clear dislike for?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who comes to visit the home of the Poysers in Chapter 6? Why?

2. What does carpentry symbolize in the novel?

3. What happens in the encounter between Hetty and Arthur in Chapter 13?

4. Why does Arthur go to see Mr. Irwine in Chapter 16? Does he achieve his mission?

5. What is the party in celebration for in Chapter 24? Why is it significant?

6. What event takes place in Chapter 18? Where does the event occur?

7. What can be discerned about the relationship between Adam and Seth in Chapter 1?

8. What do Hetty's earrings and locket symbolize?

9. How is Adam Bede described in the opening in Chapter 1?

10. What are Arthur Donnithorne's intentions when he awakens in Chapter 12? Why do those plans change?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe and discuss three examples of symbolism in Adam Bede. What does this symbol represent? What themes are associated with the symbol? How does this symbol relate to the characters and settings in the story?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characters of Adam and Seth Bede. How old are these characters? How are they described as similar? How are they different? What is the relationship between these characters like?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and discuss the plot structure of Adam Bede. What is the inciting event in this story? Where does the climax occur? What information is related in the falling action and denouement of the plot? Does the story have a "happy ending"? Why or why not?

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