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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who denies the request to have the person stay on at the estate instead of leaving in the autumn?

2. Which is an example of alliteration?

3. What does the caretaker try to explain to Michel?

4. Why does Michel become interested in the management of the estate?

5. Who is Charles' father?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is Michel's tone at the beginning and end of the novel? What does the change in tone throughout the novel suggest?

Essay Topic 2

What is the difference between conflict and crisis in a novel? How are they similar?

Essay Topic 3

Why doesn't Michel simply divorce Marceline and live the life he secretly wants to lead? What does this tell us about Michel's character or beliefs?

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