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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 William Sterling's occupation?

2. Why does Margaret want someone to invite her and John to dinner?

3. What kind of toast does Harriet order for tea?

4. What does Magaret say is lovely about Harriet?

5. What does Harriet want Margaret to bellieve?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Maggie and Hetty both say they want?

2. Why does Hetty stay with John?

3. How does Margaret surprise John in the final act?

4. Why does Margaret stop John from eating the fruit in the bowl?

5. Why is Hetty upset Harriet moves so close to William?

6. Why does Maggie think John is taking his time over Harriet's portrait?

7. What does Harriet say to her alter ego, Hetty?

8. What do Margaret and Harriet's alter egos say to each other when they first meet in the opening scene?

9. Why does Margaret's job upset John?

10. How does Margaret get her own way regarding Harriet?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why is Margaret so jealous of Harriet? What problems does Margaret's jealousy cause?

Essay Topic 2

Why does John dislike his work at the gallery? How can John use his work to become a more successful painter? How important do you think it is for an artist to understand the business side of their work?

Essay Topic 3

Why did William marry Harriet? How will the marriage affect both parties if they don't get out of it soon?

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