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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. What does Eleanor explain to her father at the Thorne's party?

2. Why is Mr. Arabin at the Stanhope house in Chapter 46?

3. Who tells Mr. Slope that he did get the position of Dean?

4. Where is the party in Chapter 33?

5. At the Thorne's party, what does Mr. Slope do when Eleanor tries to be alone?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do the conservatives of Barchester fear that Mr. Slope will become the next Dean of Barchester Cathedral?

2. Why does Dr. Harding visit Hiram's Hospital in Chapter 52?

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

4. How does Eleanor describe her love for Mr. Arabin in Chapter 49?

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

6. What does the game of quintain mean to the Thornes?

7. What role does the Prime Minister play in the position of Dean of Barchester Cathedral?

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

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

10. Why does Mr. Arabin talk to the signora at the Thorne's party?

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

Describe the relationship between the Bishop and his wife. How is power reflected in the couple? How do they impact the other characters and the plot of "Barchester Towers"? What makes their relationship fit in with the themes of power struggle and conflict? Use specific examples from the text to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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