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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. Where does Winterbourne wait for Daisy to join him for the trip to the castle?

2. What does Winterbourne offer to do to show his good intentions?

3. What does not seem to concern Winterbourne?

4. Why do Mrs. Costello and the Europeans not need physical proof of Daisy's indiscretions?

5. How does Mrs. Costello see Daisy?

Short Essay Questions

1. What shows the ineptitude of Mrs. Miller as a mother?

2. What is Winterbourne's self-image on the trip?

3. Describe briefly how Daisy enjoys creating a fuss.

4. What shows Daisy's awareness of the American expatriates' snobbishness?

5. Explain Winterbourne's first impression of Daisy.

6. What seems to be a flirtatious pastime of Daisy's?

7. What is the basis on which the questions of Daisy's innocence is judged?

8. Is there any indication in the first book that Winterbourne is concerned about Daisy's reputation?

9. What are the questions James raises about Daisy Miller?

10. Explain Winterbourne's attraction to Daisy.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay comparing Daisy's disinterest in the antiquities of Chillon Castle to a modern American youth's attitude toward amusements and games before the electronic ear. In making the comparison use Daisy's attitude at Chillon to compare with a modern young person at a museum of old board games. Ideally this essay will have a humorous tone.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay about the growth and change in America after the Civil War (1861-1865) which saw people like the Millers become quite wealthy through industry and become world travelers. Your essay should discuss the American spirit and the American dream that influenced its growth and development.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay about understanding other people. As an example, Winterbourne never seems to catch on to Daisy's teasing. Your essay should discuss the importance of learning other people's personalities in order to build good relationships.

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