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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 12, what experience with Lawrence Selden does Lily say she will always remember?

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

3. When does Mrs. Gormer's attitude change toward Lily?

4. What does George Dorset decide to do after Lily finds him upset on her way back to the yacht?

5. How does Lily fare at her new job?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does the setting of The House of Mirth influence the events of the story?

Essay Topic 2

Answer all parts.

In The House of Mirth, we learn a great deal about Lily Bart.

1) List four adjectives that describe Lily's personality. Include an example from the story to explain each adjective.

2) What is a value or belief Lily has?

3) How does she act on this value or belief?

4) How does Lily change as the book progresses?

5) What causes Lily to change?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses foreshadowing throughout The House of Mirth. Give three examples of what you think are the most effective uses of foreshadowing in the story, and why you think these examples are the most effective. Include in your answer what these events foreshadow.

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