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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Clarissa's posthumous letter to Lovelace, what does she say about her feelings for him?

2. How does Clarissa pay the doctor?

3. What does Mrs. Lovick tell Lovelace gives Clarissa the strength to leave the house?

4. Why does Colonel Morden hide from Clarissa?

5. Who does Clarissa instruct Belford to be friends with?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Foreshadowing is used frequently in Clarissa. Give at least two examples of foreshadowing of events that later occur. How does foreshadowing affect the reader's response to the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Widow Lovick and Widow Sinclair. Why is the status of each woman as a widow important?

Essay Topic 3

The theme of will power is important in "Clarissa." Discuss the role of will power in relationship to (a) Clarissa, (b) Lovelace, and (c) any one of the other characters. Be sure to describe what kinds of goals each of these characters wants to achieve and how they demonstrate (or do not demonstrate) the ability to achieve their will.

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