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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 surprise event happens to Steve in Part 5, Chapter 30?

2. Why does Colin's mother go to the hospital in Part 4, Chapter 18?

3. Who calls Colin "Bard Colin"?

4. What does Colin ask Elizabeth about during their walk around the pond in Part 5, Chapter 28?

5. What makes Colin suspicious of Stafford's relationship with Margaret?

Short Essay Questions

1. Summarize what happens at the train station when Colin finally leaves Saxton?

2. How does Michael react to his father's death?

3. What are some of the things that happen during the party in Part 4, Chapter 19?

4. In Part 4, Chapter 23, what two things does Colin come to envy about Stafford?

5. Why does Elizabeth feel that she and Colin are not destined to have a long relationship?

6. What does Mr. Gannon think when he visits the Savilles in Part 4, Chapter 21?

7. What do Colin and Elizabeth fight about in Part 5, Chapter 30?

8. What does Colin do before Margaret visits his parents' house for the first time?

9. What happens when Colin tells Margaret they shouldn't get married?

10. How does Colin choose the university he wants to attend in Part 4, Chapter 20?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Colin's three main romances. How are they similar? How are they different? Does Colin grow as a character at all in terms of his romantic encounters?

Essay Topic 2

How does education impact Colin's life? From entrance exams to his career, follow the effects education has on Colin as a character. How does it motivate him? How does it hold him back? What does education mean to Colin?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Colin to his brothers. Consider their aspirations, actions, and passions. How they are treated within the Saville family?

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