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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 does Pip do to make money when he decides not to take any more of Magwitch's money?

2. Why does the truth about Estella's birth not become generally known?

3. What does Joe name his son?

4. What disguise does Magwitch use when he and Pip attempt to board the ship heading abroad?

5. To whom is Biddy married?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Magwitch describe the odd jobs he takes to get by when he is younger?

2. What does Pip do to entertain himself after he chooses to not take any more of Magwitch's money?

3. What disturbing news does Pip hear while at a club meeting?

4. What happens to the convict after Pip helps him on the marshes?

5. What does Estella tell Pip when she sees him in London?

6. About what does Drummle brag when he sees Pip at the Blue Boar?

7. For whom is Herbert going to be working, and what will he be doing?

8. How does Mr. Wemmick treat his maid?

9. What does Pip learn when he wakes up after being arrested?

10. Why does Mr. Wemmick visit Newgate with Pip?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Fear is a common theme in this book that is presented a number of times by a number of characters. What are some of these instances, and how does fear affect the characters in the book?

Essay Topic 2

Choosing sides is a theme that is presented in this book. What are some examples of this theme, and how does it affect the characters involved?

Essay Topic 3

Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why are they so important to the characters involved?

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