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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. When war breaks throughout Europe, what military position does an energetic and patriotic Stephen join?

2. At Valerie Seymour's party, what is the name of the alcoholic painter Stephen and Mary are introduced to?

3. How does Stephen's endeavor of writing a third novel affect her relationship with Mary?

4. Why does Stephen take young women, such as Mary, "under her wing" during military operations?

5. What economic state do Jamie and Barbara live in?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Adele's wedding affect Stephen emotionally?

2. How do Barbara and Jamie die?

3. How do Stephen and Mary spend their evenings together in Paris when they are out with their group of friends?

4. How is Stephen injured during the war?

5. What gossip begins to emerge about Stephen and Mary while they are on their first vacation together?

6. What is Stephen's life like two years after leaving Morton?

7. How does Stephen trick Mary into leaving her, and what is Mary's reaction to this trick?

8. What is Rue Jacob?

9. How does Mary feel when she learns that Martin is in love with her?

10. How does Stephen's work affect her relationship with Mary?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many people in Stephen's life are involved in her career as a writer. First, describe Stephen's professional path to becoming a writer. Where was her first inspiration? Then, describe the critical acclaim she received for each of the three novels she published. What was Stephen's reaction to the fame that came from her writing career? Finally, describe what you believe was the best writing advice Stephen received during her career. Who did this advice come from? What was the effect of this advice on Stephen's professional life?

Essay Topic 2

When Stephen meets Martin Hallam, rumors about their relationship begin circulating throughout London. First, describe how Stephen and Martin first met. What was the nature of their relationship? How did the neighborhood react to the budding relationship between these two teenagers? Then, explain how the relationship between Stephen and Martin ended. How did the relationship with Martin affect Stephen's views of herself and the gossip surrounding her?

Essay Topic 3

A few years after leaving Morton, Stephen moves to Paris. First, describe the decision that led to Stephen deciding to move from England to France. What was she hoping to accomplish in France that she couldn't anywhere else in the world? Were Stephen's goals reached during the time she lived abroad? How can you tell? Finally, describe what the city of Paris symbolizes in Stephen's personal exploration. What aspects of Stephen's self-exploration are mirrored in the physical landscape of the city?

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