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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Stephen begin seeing himself?

2. How does the priest react to Stephen's confession?

3. What does the rector announce that will take place on Friday?

4. What keeps him from confessing his unworthiness and walking out of the chapel?

5. What does the preacher say awaits those who do not make use of the atonement of Christ to right their relationship with God?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay on the importance of self-reliance. By contrast to Stephen, it was Cranly who was ultimately alone. In your essay explain how being self-reliant actually makes a person more attractive to others.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay entitled, Imagery in A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man. In your essay, select one or two passages with some of Joyce's literary imagery and explain why these in particular appealed to you. Discuss how imagery in literature paints a mental picture for the reader.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay on following your dreams. What might have happened to Stephen if he abandoned his dream of becoming an artist? From that perspective, write your essay on the importance of pursuing a career path that is ultimately fulfilling.

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