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

Short Answer Questions

1. In book 2, chapter 9, what is the condition of Lily's surroundings when she begins her new job?

2. What does Lily tell her aunt the debt is for?

3. What is Lily's immediate response to the offer Simon Rosedale makes to her in book 2, chapter 11 ?

4. What happens in book 1, chapter 15, as Lily is about to accept Simon Rosedale's marriage proposal?

5. Why does Lily decide she can't give Bertha Dorset the letters that Bertha and Lawrence Selden wrote to each other?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write about one of the following concepts as it relates to The House of Mirth. Give examples from the story that explain your choice.

1) love

2) trust

3) morals

4) logic

5) truth

Essay Topic 2

Several components of quality literature include:

1) use of descriptive words

2) use of analogies, metaphors, and similes

3) an attention-grabbing beginning

4) details

5) appealing to the five senses

Is The House of Mirth is an example of quality literature? Why or why not? Give examples from the story using three of the five components of quality literature to explain your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Lawrence Selden and Percy Gryce symbolize a variety of ideas throughout The House of Mirth. Explain what each character symbolizes and how the symbolism applies to Lily's character. Give examples from the story.

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