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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. Who sends for the clergyman in Chapter 13?
2. When Miss Grave-airs objects to admitting Joseph to their coach, who does she argue with in the coach?
3. Since Joseph is not well enough to travel, from whom does Adams ask to borrow money to travel?
4. Whose stable does Joseph go to at the age of ten?
5. Who is Wilson?
Short Essay Questions
1. When Mrs. Slipslop's encourages Lady Booby to marry Joseph, why is Lady Booby indignant?
2. How are Wilson and Adams similar in virtue?
3. Why is Pounce considered selfish by Adams despite rescuing Fanny?
4. What is the theme that Fielding illustrates through the argument in the alehouse and Mrs. Slipslop's arrival?
5. Why does Adams admonish Joseph for grieving over Fanny when she is kidnapped?
6. When Adams's wife chides him on opposing the Booby household, what does Adam reveal about his inclinations?
7. Why is the inn hostess initially helpful to Adam?
8. How does Fielding contrast Barnabas and the surgeon with Adams, Joseph, and Betty?
9. How do Adams and the sportsman differ in their reaction to the screams of the young woman?
10. What is the importance of the Preface to "Joseph Andrews" for the remainder of the book?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain Fielding's use of humor in the story. Cite examples of at least two different instances of humor, and explain why the author used them where he did.
Essay Topic 2
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?
Essay Topic 3
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?
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