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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. What was the date when Flush first decided to oust Mr. Browning by biting him on the leg?

2. Flush was a descendant of what red Cocker Spaniel of note?

3. The author states that, ironically, there is no __________ to stop humans with undesirable traits from breeding.

4. Elizabeth Barrett had one sister who died when Elizabeth was how old?

5. Flush's first owners had fallen on somewhat hard times and could only afford how many servants?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happened when Flush first bit Mr. Browning?

2. How did Flush feel about his master's writing and sadness?

3. How was the park described in Chapter Two: "The Back Bedroom"? What did Flush conclude about the park?

4. How does the author describe Mr. Barrett's first visit?

5. Describe Flush's second attack on Mr. Browning.

6. How did the Spaniel breed evolve in England, as described in Chapter One: "Three Mile Cross"? What characteristics do Spaniels share?

7. What are examples of Flush's high-strung demeanor after living in the Barrett home?

8. What was Flush's life like on the farm in Chapter One: "Three Mile Cross"?

9. How are the Carhaginians involved in one story about the origin of the word "Spaniels"?

10. What did Flush learn about the classes of dogs from overhearing Londoners in Chapter Two: "The Back Bedroom"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe and discuss the character of Mr. Browning. Where did Mr. Browning grow up? What was his family and ancestry like? How did Mr. Browning relate to Miss Barrett? How did they meet? Why did Mr. Browning elope with Miss Barrett, rather than having a ceremonial wedding?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the element of foreshadowing in the narrative. How does the author develop a sense of foreboding in Chapter Three: "The Hooded Man"? What leads Flush to begin anticipating the arrival of the hooded man? How does he feel about the arrival?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of jealousy in the narrative. Why did Flush feel jealous of Mr. Browning? How did he exhibit these feelings? What led Flush to overcome his jealousy? How did Flush show his jealousy at the birth of the Brownings' son? What led him to overcome these feelings?

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