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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 other character in this section warns Charles about Sebastian?

2. What two words does Charles use to describe a woman's charm?

3. Which of Sebastian's sisters is closest to his age?

4. Anthony has moved to _________.

5. What is Sebastian's surname?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Boy suggest they do to spice up their evening?

2. What is Charles Ryder's state of mind in the opening chapter?

3. Why do you think Charles compares the army to a woman?

4. Why does Jasper chastise Charles for his choice of friends?

5. Describe Charles and Sebastian's life at Brideshead during the summer.

6. Why is Charles appalled at what he sees on his return to Brideshead?

7. What is Charles now doing with his life?

8. To what does Charles compare the army?

9. How does Cordelia react to seeing Sebastian and Charles naked on the roof?

10. How does the ocean liner serve as a metaphor for Charles and Julia's love affair?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss 's Waugh's life. In what way do you think his life and personality is reflected in the book?

Essay Topic 2

Examine Waugh's writing style. How would you describe Waugh's prose style? What kind of vocabulary does he use? Does he use any specific writing techniques? What meaning does Waugh's style give to the story?

Essay Topic 3

Examine religion in American society. What are the main religions? What different denominations are there? Are certain areas of America more religious than others? What is Waugh's opinion on religion?

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