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

Short Answer Questions

1. When the girl asserts that Jim is false while she is visiting Stein's home with Tamb' Itam, who rallies to Jim's defense?

2. Who delivers the message Jim sends to Brown instructing Brown to leave on the morning tide?

3. What does Marlow tell Jewel when he tries to reassure her that Jim will not leave her?

4. Who has assembled the packet that is revealed in Chapter 36?

5. Who is the author of the old, yellow letter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Both Cornelius and Gentleman Brown seek to do Jim harm. Compare and contrast these two evil characters. Be sure to discuss their motivations, character qualities, personal history with Jim, and tools at their disposal. Which of these two characters causes greater harm and/or heartache for Jim? Explain your answer.

Essay Topic 2

The book is entitled, "Lord Jim". Why does the author choose this title? How does the title foreshadow the events that unfold in the story, the inner struggles of the main character, and the regard - or lack thereof - of the people surrounding Jim?

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the course of the novel, Jim is involved with two quite different supporters. Compare and contrast the relationship Jim has with Marlow to the relationship Jim has with Dain Waris. Then, compare and contrast the two men. How do these two relationships influence not only Jim, but the events that take place in Patusan?

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