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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 207-217 dated May 25th through May 29th | Letters 218-224 dated May 30th through June 7th.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Lovelace know about everything that happens at Clarissa's house?
(a) He has hired one of their servants as a spy.
(b) He hangs around in the bushes and listens to their conversations.
(c) He is secretly dating Arabella, who tells him what is happening.
(d) He is psychic.

2. Why does Lovelace spread a rumor that James still plans to kidnap Clarissa?
(a) To make sure Clarissa will still want Lovelace's protection.
(b) To hurt James's reputation.
(c) Because it is true.
(d) Because Lovelace plans to kidnap Arabella.

3. What part of Clarissa's body does James injure during the meeting with Solmes?
(a) Her foot.
(b) Her leg.
(c) Her head.
(d) Her hand.

4. Why does Lovelace think it has been easy for Clarissa to be virtuous so far?
(a) Because Clarissa was promised a lot of money if she would be virtuous.
(b) Because Clarissa has not had any big temptations yet.
(c) Because Clarissa grew up in a convent.
(d) Because Clarissa is not smart enough to see opportunities.

5. Why does Lovelace expect to be pardoned if he succeeds in his plan to rape Mrs. Howe and Miss Howe?
(a) Because everyone hates the Howes.
(b) Because rape is considered a minor offense.
(c) Because he expects Clarissa to defend him.
(d) Because of his family name, his money and his good looks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Dorcas refuse to answer any more questions after telling the mysterious servant that Lovelace and Clarissa are married?

2. Who does Miss Howe threaten to take revenge on when her mother refuses to give Clarissa protection?

3. What does Lovelace say is the cause of all his sins?

4. Who is courting Mrs. Howe?

5. Which of the following best describes the style of this book?

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