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

Short Answer Questions

1. What interpretation does Stephen give to his dream and visions of beasts in the field?

2. Whose innocence does Stephen remember trampling on?

3. Alone in his room, what does Stephen see when he closes his eyes?

4. What does the preacher say is available to the living to spare them from this everlasting torment?

5. After the confession, how does Stephen feel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay about symbolism in literature. Refer to the bridge crossing of Stephen right after he saw the Christian brothers go across. Explain the symbolism of his making a life crossing at that moment that would lead him in a whole different direction.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay on the idea of love at first sight. Use Stephen's early encounter with the girl on the tram as a starting point. Express your opinion about the concept of love at first sight. Include an example from modern day experience.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay on obsessions. At age sixteen, Stephen's obsession was sex. However, people become obsessed by many other thing--making money, playing video games, drinking and partying, just to name a few. In your essay discuss how people get caught up in certain obsessions and how they tend to put themselves in situations where they can satisfy those desires.

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