Joseph Andrews ; with Shamela ; and Related Writings: Authoritative Texts, Backgrounds and Sources, Criticism Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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Joseph Andrews ; with Shamela ; and Related Writings: Authoritative Texts, Backgrounds and Sources, Criticism Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 105 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. How many copies of Fielding's most famed narrative works are in "Joseph Andrews with Shamela and Related Writings?"

2. What does Barnabas say that Joseph has resigned himself to without regret as he lays sick?

3. What does Fielding satirize while describing biographies?

4. In Chapter 6, as Adams sleeps, Joseph indulges in a monologue about how the desire for honor should lead a man to ________.

5. When Mrs. Slipslop is suspiciously affectionate toward Joseph, one lady begs for the story of _____to be resumed in order to avoid improper consequences

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the squire pursue Adams, Joseph, and Fanny?

2. How does Fielding contrast biographies and romances?

3. What is the significance of Leonora's tale?

4. How do Adams and the sportsman differ in their reaction to the screams of the young woman?

5. What does Fielding introduce through the character of Barnabas in regards to clergy?

6. How are the natures of Adams and Mrs. Slipslop revealed in their responses to Joseph and Fanny's reunion?

7. What is the theme that Fielding illustrates through the argument in the alehouse and Mrs. Slipslop's arrival?

8. How are Wilson and Adams similar in virtue?

9. How do Mrs. Tow-wouse and Adams differ on money?

10. When Mrs. Slipslop's encourages Lady Booby to marry Joseph, why is Lady Booby indignant?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one instance of irony in Joseph Andrews; with Shamela; and Related Writings. Cite at least two examples you can identify in the book and note why they are examples of irony.

Essay Topic 2

Adventure is a recurring theme in Joseph Andrews; with Shamela; and Related Writings. Why is adventure important? How does this help Joseph grow? How does this whet his appetite for life? Describe some of the changes and experiences Joseph has through his adventures. Do these changes result in positive or negative consequences?

Essay Topic 3

Education is an important theme throughout the story. Who is educated? Who is not? What is the importance of a school education versus one of "real life"? How does Joseph gain knowledge in both? How does he change?

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