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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. How does Mrs. Garstin persuade Mr. Garstin to do something he isn't inclined to do?
2. How old is Kitty when she becomes engaged?
3. What item does Charlie leave downstairs during his rendezvous with Kitty in Chapter 1?
4. Often, why doesn't Walter respond to casual remarks that Kitty makes?
5. After dinner what excuse does Walter give to leave Kitty alone?
Short Essay Questions
1. What two physical attributes are described of Doris in Chapter 8?
2. Describe Mr.Garstin's appearance as noted by Kitty in Chapter 6.
3. What pains does Charlie take to maintain his figure?
4. After noting Charlie's response to Walter's ultimatum, what does she come to see was Walter's motivation in making it?
5. What physical feature of Mrs.Garstin does Kitty find most disconcerting and why?
6. Once they are married, what daily habits does Walter display that shows his affection for Kitty?
7. How many reasons does Charlie give for a potentially calm reaction from Walter upon finding out about their rendezvous?
8. What reasons does Charlie give for wanting to remain married to Dorothy?
9. In Chapter 1, what tools does Charlie use to reassure Kitty and why are they effective?
10. What two attributes does Mrs.Garstin display in the way she arranges her dinner parties?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss the dramatic structure of The Painted Veil. Use textual evidence to designate the expository, rising action, the climax, falling action and denouement.
Essay Topic 2
What is W. Somerset Maugham's writing-style? Discuss both the mechanical aspect of his writing and his "voice" throughout the novel. Make sure to discuss what literary tools and devices he relies on most and what specific parts of the text reflect his voice?
Essay Topic 3
The theme of love is central to The Painted Veil and has many manifestations. Compare and contrast two approaches to the idea of "what is love" as evidenced by the following characters:
a) Kitty's initial love for Charlie.
b) Walter's love for Kitty.
c) Charlie's love for Kitty.
d) Waddington's love for his mistress.
e) Mother Superior's love for God.
f) Kitty's love for her father.
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