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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. Where is Norman when he loses the two women he is watching?

2. In "Book 2, An Order of Release: Chapter 4", what does Norman buy that is expensive?

3. Who does Philippa plan to live with in London?

4. Who warns Norman that killing someone is not easy?

5. Who checks out the neighborhood of Caldecote Terrace in "Book 2, An Order of Release, Chapter 5"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Norman first goes to York station?

2. What happens when Norman goes home after his celebration party?

3. What does Philippa learn from Maurice about her biological parents?

4. What happens when Philippa confronts Hilda in "Book 1, Proof of Identity: Chapter 4"?

5. Why does Philippa go to see a social worker?

6. Discuss Norman's travels to Brighton.

7. What happens at the dinner party Philippa attends?

8. Discuss how Philippa finds a flat to rent.

9. Why does Norman go visit a private detective?

10. Discuss Maurice's marriage to Helena.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the idea of wealthy and poor in the novel. Include the effects this has on certain characters.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss and describe the organization of the novel and the positive and negative effects the organization has on the story, as well as readers.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the use of revenge and the role it plays in the novel.

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