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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what city did Lord Marchmain meet Beryl?

2. What does Charles leave for Sebastian before he goes home?

3. What has put a strain on Charles and Celia's marriage?

4. What instills Julia with a sense of urgency?

5. Who else returns to Brideshead in this section?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In 2008, Brideshead Revisited was made into a film starring Emma Thompson. Why do you think the themes and ideas in the book are still relevant 50 years later? Do you think the ideas are timeless and universal? Why do you think this is the first time the novel has been made into a film?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Examine alcohol consumption in America. Why is the age limit for drinking in America so high when in other countries it is as low as 16? Why has America had such a problem with alcohol when other countries do not seem to?

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