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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. Who does the Archdeacon fear will become the new Dean of Barchester Cathedral?

2. How does Eleanor feel about Charlotte now that she is engaged?

3. What does the signora tell Eleanor at their meeting?

4. Who says they were "never so happy in their (lives)"?

5. At the Thorne's party,who does Mrs. Proudie suggest has a chance to become the new Dean of Barchester Cathedral?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Mr. Slope in London after being fired in Barchester?

2. What happens when Mr. Arabin tells Mrs. Grantly about his engagement?

3. When the Archdeacon runs into Mrs. Quiverful in Chapter 50, what does he say to her?

4. How does the wardenship appointment affect Dr. Gwynne?

5. Why does Miss Thorne feel Eleanor would be a good wife for Mr. Arabin?

6. What does the Archdeacon convince Dr. Harding to do in Chapter 47?

7. How do the Lookalofts go against the wishes of the Thornes at their party?

8. What role does Dr. Harding play in helping Mr. Arabin become Dean?

9. What factors make Mr. Arabin an agreeable candidate for Eleanor according to Dr. Harding?

10. What makes the gathering at the Thorne estate in Chapter 33 complicated for Eleanor?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The signora seems to live to seduce men and do little else. Examine the signora as a catalyst for the other characters. Choose four characters and explain how the signora impacted them. What is ironic about her character? What makes her deeper than she originally seems?

Essay Topic 2

Mr. Slope fought for power throughout "Barchester Towers". Follow the development of Mr. Slope and describe each of his attempts to gain power. How does Mr. Slope try to become more powerful? How does he respond to power? What is symbolic about Mr. Slope's attempts to gain power? How does his end in this novel relate to his behavior?

Essay Topic 3

"Barchester Towers" is considered to be written in the style of realism. Describe this movement of literature and what makes this novel a good example of realism. What makes the novel not fit into the description of realism?

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