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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 forces Wilson to move to Temple where he engages in numerous affairs?

2. Who does Mrs. Tow-house catch her husband in bed with?

3. What does Barnabas doubt that Adams can profit from selling?

4. When Barnabas goes to get punch, what does the maid bring for Joseph to drink?

5. What does Fielding think biography teaches people about?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the theme that Fielding illustrates through the argument in the alehouse and Mrs. Slipslop's arrival?

2. What does Joseph's encounter with the stagecoach reveal?

3. Why does Wilson fail to participate in Harriet's father's trade?

4. Why is the inn hostess initially helpful to Adam?

5. Why does Adams admonish Joseph for grieving over Fanny when she is kidnapped?

6. What does Fielding introduce through the character of Barnabas in regards to clergy?

7. How does Lady Booby try to prevent Fanny from marrying Joseph?

8. What does the gold that Joseph gives Fanny symbolize?

9. What is the significance of Leonora's tale?

10. In what ways does Joseph reveal that he is maturing in how he responds to the gentleman's visit, differing from Adam's point of view?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Secrecy is a recurring theme in Joseph Andrews; with Shamela; and Related Writings. Which characters have secrets and what are they? How are these secrets revealed? Do these secrets result in ominous consequences or not? Do any of them have happy endings?

Essay Topic 2

Adventure is a recurring theme in Joseph Andrews; with Shamela; and Related Writings. Why is adventure important? How does this help Joseph grow? How does this whet his appetite for life? Describe some of the changes and experiences Joseph has through his adventures. Do these changes result in positive or negative consequences?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Parson Williams. What is his role in Joseph Andrews; with Shamela; and Related Writings? What was Fielding trying to accomplish by creating his character in the story?

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