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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. Who awakens Harker from his nap when the Count is supposedly away from his home?

2. To whom does Dracula request Harker write a letter to during his captivity?

3. What is the status of Lucy's mother's health while Mina is in Budapest?

4. How does Harker react to Dracula's physical touch?

5. What does Dracula do once Harker finally arrives?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Harker tell Mina that his experience at Dracula's castle done to him?

2. What does the Russian ship's log say has happened to the crew?

3. As Harker is about to be seduced during his captivity by the three female vampires, what is he thinking of that makes him feel a bit guilty?

4. Which two characters are under Dracula's mind control at the time that Harker is committed to the Budapest hospital?

5. What was the West's view of Eastern Europe at the time Dracula was written?

6. What about Lucy's nighttime behavior during Mina's visit is so troubling?

7. Who is Mr. Swales?

8. What is Harker's first impression of Count Dracula's coach driver?

9. What disturbing sight does Harker see outside of his window during his captivity at Dracula's home?

10. What does the letter from the Budapest hospital say about Harker's condition?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the recurring themes in the novel is the conflict between good and evil. Is Dracula a truly evil character? Does he have any redeeming or good qualities? Present an argument supporting or arguing against Dracula being a purely bad character, making sure to cite specific details from the text to support your position.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast one virtuous (by Victorian standards) female character with another non-virtuous female character from "Dracula". Keep in mind that the vampire version of a character can be compared and contrasted with her non-vampire self.

Essay Topic 3

Complete a critical examination of the institution of marriage in the novel, making sure to address at least two ways that the marriages within the novel support the stereotypes and social expectations of the time and two ways that the marriages within the novel go against the stereotypes of the times.

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