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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. What is Norman shocked to see in "Book 2, An Order of Release: Chapter 1"?

2. After Maurice's marriage to Helena, what does he learn about himself?

3. What is not mentioned in the publicity surrounding Mary's trial?

4. Where is the flat located that Philippa visits in "Book 1, Proof of Identity: Chapter 14"?

5. Who does Norman meet with in "Book 1, Proof of Identity: Chapter 12" in order to see his house?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens in King's station?

2. Who is Norman Scase and what does he celebrate in "Book 1, Proof of Identity: Chapter 8"?

3. What does Norman learn when following Philippa and Mary?

4. What happens when Norman goes home after his celebration party?

5. What happens when Philippa speaks with Mary Ducton in prison?

6. Why does Norman go visit a private detective?

7. Why does Philippa go to see a social worker?

8. While growing up, what is Philippa told about her biological parents?

9. What occurs after the dinner party Philippa attends is over?

10. What does Philippa learn from Maurice about her biological parents?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss and describe the plot of the story and the importance of having a clear and understandable plot.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the relationship between Maurice and Hilda and the effects their relationship have on Philippa.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss and describe the organization of the novel and the positive and negative effects the organization has on the story, as well as readers.

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