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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. Which Meredith novel does Forster discuss at length?

2. Flecker's Magic by Norman Matson is about a _________.

3. The plot of a novel asks what question?

4. Who is the author of Boon?

5. When comparing plot and drama, Forster visualizes plot as what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the difference between an inquisitive novel reader and an intelligent one, according to Forster?

2. How does Forster define plot?

3. How does a Marcel Proust novel demonstrate the aspect of rhythm?

4. What is the relationship between pattern and plot in a novel?

5. How does Forster describe the Dostoevsky character, Dmitri Karamazov?

6. What does Forster mean when he describes the novel Thais as being in the shape of an hourglass?

7. What two qualities does Forster believe the aspect of prophecy demands from a reader?

8. What does Forster mean when he describes a novel with a grand chain pattern?

9. What are the two basic elements that Forster comes back to again and again throughout the lecture series?

10. Why does Forster say that some authors are suited to writing parody or adaptations?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the relationship that Forster paints between prophecy and symbolism? Discuss this in terms of Melville and other novelists.

Essay Topic 2

As Forster discusses Wuthering Heights, his lecture reaches a higher point of emotion. How does his tone parallel that of the Emily Bronte novel? Does his lecture on prophecy border on obsession?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the difference between flat and round characters, as well as the works of literature Forster used to illustrate his points. In his discussion of these types of characters, does Forster make sweeping generalizations that may not apply to all types of characters?

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