That Hideous Strength Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Sale of College Property

1. Why is Bracton College interested in selling Bragdon Wood to the N.I.C.E.?

2. Why is the N.I.C.E. so interested in buying Bragdon Wood?

3. Why does Jane wake up so troubled some mornings?

4. After hearing about her dreams, what does Mr. Dimble tell Jane to do if she feels the urge to tell anyone else about her dreams?

Short Essay Question - Dinner with the Sub-Warden

5. What is the one job that Mark does not want to take if he joins the N.I.C.E.?