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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. When Mrs. Welch confronts Dixon about the burned sheets, what does Dixon do?

2. In Chapter 24, what does Catchpole warn Dixon about?

3. At the end of Chapter 16, where does Dixon decide to go?

4. While in the taxi, what does Christine say her feelings have been lately?

5. Where does Dixon tell the cab to wait in Chapter 13?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 18, why is Dixon upset with Welch's offer of dinner?

2. After the dance, why does Dixon have the taxi wait around the corner?

3. While in the taxi after the dance, what does Christine reveal to Dixon about her emotional state?

4. In Chapter 16, how does Dixon try to get even with Johns?

5. In Chapter 17, what worries Dixon about his publication?

6. After Johns reads the fake letter from Dixon, what does he do?

7. What happens to Dixon after he learns he will lose his university job?

8. When Catchpole meets with Dixon, what does he tell him?

9. How does Margaret react when Dixon says they should stop seeing each other in Chapter 16?

10. In Chapter 18, what does Mrs. Welch accuse Dixon of?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the relationship between Welch and Dixon. Consider what motivates them in this relationship, their feelings toward it and the outcome.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the relationship between Johns and Dixon. Why is Johns included in this novel? What purpose does this relationship serve?

Essay Topic 3

Explore the theme of luck in this novel. Consider its relation to the title as well as to the characters and plot.

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