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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. Why does Lady Delacour say she believes this?

2. Why does Belinda say she'll take over Marriott's duty to attend Lady Delacour during her surgery?

3. How many days does Ann suggest Belinda wait before deciding against Mr. Vincent's proposal?

4. Why does Mr. Percival need the money?

5. What reason does Lord Delacour give for dismissing Champfort?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Mr. Hervey meet Rachel?

2. What does Mrs. Feke believe she's seen in Lady Delacour's room and what is her reaction when she finds out it isn't true?

3. Why does Mr. Vincent plan to tell Belinda about his gambling losses and why does he hesitate?

4. What is known about the clergyman Dr. X recommends to Lady Delacour?

5. What does Rachel's grandmother ask of Mr. Hervey from her deathbed and what is the conversation that follows?

6. What is the reaction of Mr. Hervey and Mr. Hartley when Mr. Hervey opens Virginia's letter accepting his proposal?

7. What is the news Lady Boucher brings when she comes to visit Lady Delacour and why does she say she's come to visit?

8. Briefly describe Belinda's letter to Mr. Vincent after Mr. Percival tells her about Mr. Vincent's gambling losses.

9. What does Mrs. Luttridge do when she discovers that Mr. Hervey is present and why?

10. What is the significance of how Lord Delacour goes about dismissing Champfort?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Four of the main male characters in the book each play an important role in Belinda's life. These are Mr. Hervey, Mr. Vincent, Lord Delacour and Mr. Percival. List the ways the four affect Belinda, her choices and her actions.

Essay Topic 2

When Mr. Vincent loses money gambling, Mr. Hervey and Lord Delacour intervene. What is the role of each and what are their motivations? What is Mr. Vincent's reaction to losing the money? What is Mr. Percival's reaction? Why does each character react in this way?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Belinda's friendship with Lady Delacour. The relationship undergoes several upheavals over time. List at least two obstacles facing the friendships of the two women and how they overcome these to remain friends.

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