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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 7 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Mr. Macartney?

2. Who made the comment that Lord Orville was “designed for the last age”?

3. When Evelina is ignored, who sits next to her and begins a conversation?

4. What does Evelina ask the recipient of her letter about Lord Orville’s presence at Mrs. Beaumont’s?

5. While Evelina is with Madame Duval, who are their constant companions?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who are Evelina’s companions while visiting Madame Duval in London? How does Evelina feel about their companionship?

2. What does Evelina do when she finds out about the Branghtons’ shenanigans?

3. What scheme do Madame Duval and the Branghtons carry out when they find out that Evelina has connections to Lord Orville?

4. What happens when Evelina returns to Berryhill after her visit to London?

5. How does Sir Clement Willoughby come to Evelina’s rescue?

6. What are the circumstances under which Evelina saves Mr. Macartney?

7. What does Rev. Villars suggest for Evelina to do so that her health will improve?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel, Evelina wants to spare Rev. Villars from pain. Explore examples from her letters that share her wish to protect him.

Essay Topic 2

Vivid imagery is important to a reader’s understanding and enjoyment of stories. Select at least 5 images from Evelina and explore their contribution to your understanding of the story’s deeper meaning.

Essay Topic 3

The story is set during the latter part of eighteenth century England. How does Burney evoke this time period in the novel’s setting, characters, and conflict?

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