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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. Through this use of __________, Johannes now believes that Cordelia is his.

2. What does Johannes consider between Edward and Cordelia but changes his mind because it would diminish her?

3. Johannes suggests that love can only be perfect when?

4. Does Johannes want more than mere legal possession of Cordelia?

5. What is the aunt's response to Johannes' proposal?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Johannes write on September 24th?

2. How does Johannes' relationship with Cordelia take a dramatic change in course?

3. Why is it important to Johannes that it is autumn?

4. What happens on the third, regarding Johannes' proposal?

5. What does Johannes say about erotic love? What does he mention regarding Cordelia's erotic love?

6. What happens when Cordelia's aunt and Edward are away?

7. Does Johannes believe Edward should be able to make any complaints about him? Why or why not?

8. What does Cordelia wish for by the end of this section? What does Johannes think of this?

9. How does Johannes feel Cordelia feels about him? Why?

10. What does Johannes wonder and wish about Cordelia at this time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Johannes begins an emotional war with Cordelia.

Part 1) Describe this war. Why does he start this war? How does this war affect both of them?

Part 2) How successful is this war in Johannes' ultimate goal of seduction? Explain.

Part 3) Do those in relationships today wage emotional wars? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Johannes believes Cordelia can find freedom in their love.

Part 1) What does this mean? How can she find freedom in their love? What sort of freedom can she find?

Part 2) How is this statement related to Johannes' reasons for wanting to seduce her? How is it related to his need for control?

Part 3) Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Johannes has very calculated encounters with Cordelia.

Part 1) Describe these encounters. Why are they so calculated? Why does Johannes feel that he must know Cordelia's every move?

Part 2) What might this say about control and Johannes' need for control? Does he have control over the situation? If so, how? If not, why not?

Part 3) How important is control in your own life? Can you relate to Johannes' need for control over others? Why or why not?

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