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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. With whom is Anne in love?

2. Who is Miss Clay?

3. How do Anne's nephews feel about Anne?

4. Henrietta appears to favor whom?

5. Chapter 3 follows a conversation between the Elliots and whom?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain what causes Anne to be overjoyed at the concert in Chapter 20.

2. How does Mr. Elliot feel about Anne's refusal to attend a party because she wants to visit her old governess, Mrs. Smith.

3. How does Lady Russell feel about Mrs. Clay going to Bath in Anne's place?

4. Explain what Anne thinks are the pros of living with Lady Russell rather than Mary.

5. How are Anne, Elizabeth and Mary different, according to Chapter 1?

6. When Mrs. Clay wants to leave, describe how she is convinced to stay.

7. In the final chapter, why does Sir Elliot not object to Anne marrying Frederick?

8. What is Anne's reaction when Mrs. Smith tells her about rumors that Anne and Mr. Elliot are to wed and how does Mrs. Smith respond?

9. Describe Anne's relationships with men since her break up with Captain Wentworth.

10. Describe the first applicant to apply to rent Kellynch Hall.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Anne is the main character in Persuasion and she has very different opinions from most of the other characters. Use examples from the book to show how Anne views social status as opposed to how others in the book view it.

Essay Topic 2

Sir Elliot originally has a poor view of naval officers yet he eventually learns to like Admiral Croft and Captain Wentworth. Why does he like them? Do you agree or disagree?

Essay Topic 3

The theme of marriage and union is strong in the book. Choose your favorite couple, besides Anne and Frederick, and describe their relationship. What makes them your favorite?

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