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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 447-459 dated August 29th through August 31st.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mr. Belford disapprove of Lovelace's plan to "test" Clarissa?
(a) Because the situation is unfair.
(b) Because Belford fears that Clarissa will commit suicide.
(c) Because Belford is a minister.
(d) Because Belford is afraid Lovelace will end up in jail.

2. While on their way to Lady Betty's cousin's house, what excuse does Lovelace use for stopping at Widow Sinclair's house?
(a) It's hot, so he wants to stop for water.
(b) He can't pass by without greeting the prostitutes.
(c) He wants to drug and rape Clarissa.
(d) He wants to check his mail.

3. Why does Arabella say the Harlowes refuse to send Clarissa her money or jewelry?
(a) Because they don't think it is safe to mail money and jewelry.
(b) Because the family has gone bankrupt.
(c) Because they want to see her beg in the streets.
(d) Because they don't want the money to end up in Lovelace's hands.

4. Which of Lovelace's friends is pleased to learn of Clarissa's escape?
(a) Mr. Solmes.
(b) Mr. Belford.
(c) Will.
(d) Captain Tomlinson.

5. After the Howes learn of Lovelace's many tricks and his use of drugs to rape Clarissa, what do they think Clarissa should do?
(a) Drug him with opium and leave him in the gutter.
(b) Bring legal charges against Lovelace.
(c) Go to rehab to make sure she does not get addicted.
(d) Marry Mr. Solmes quickly, in case Clarissa is pregnant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Clarissa's coffin like?

2. Whose house is Clarissa staying in while in London?

3. When Miss Howe says she is going to write to Clarissa even though her mother does not allow her to, what does Clarissa tell her?

4. Who offers to adopt Clarissa as his own daughter?

5. How does Clarissa escape while Lovelace is visiting Lord M?

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