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Essay Topics/Writing Assignments

These 20 essay questions can be used as essay questions on a test, or as stand-alone essay topics for a take-home or in-class writing assignment. Students should have a full understanding of the text in order to answer these questions. They ask for a thorough analysis of the text.

1. Since Magdalen has agreed to marry another man, she kicks out Finn and James from her house.

Part 1: Why do you think Magdalen let the men stay with her in the first place?

Part 2: Would you have let two grown men live with you even if you had no relationship with them? Why or why not?

Part 3: Do you think it's fair for Magdalen to kick the two men out of her home? Why or why not?

2. James realizes that Mrs. Tinckham has never taken a...
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