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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 does Sir Thomas react when Fanny tells him she does not want to marry Henry?

2. What does Sir Thomas do with copies of "Lover's Vows"?

3. How long does Edmund plan to be gone when he leaves the day after the ball?

4. What is Fanny's biggest regret when she leaves for Portsmouth?

5. How does Sir Thomas feel about Yates?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Edmund tell Sir Thomas about Fanny's role in the decision to perform a play in his absence?

2. What does Edmund tell Fanny about her decision to refuse Henry's marriage proposal?

3. Describe Henry's visit with Fanny in Portsmouth.

4. What is Mary's response when Henry tells her he plans to ask Fanny to marry him?

5. Why does Sir Thomas want to hold a ball at Mansfield Park?

6. Does Sir Thomas find William to be an engaging guest in his home?

7. Why does Fanny plan to go to Portsmouth?

8. How does Fanny react to leading the dancing at the ball?

9. How does Mary calm herself after she learns that Edmund will take his orders in a few weeks?

10. What is Fanny's reaction when she learns that William will soon be arriving at Mansfield Park?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Identify Edmund's early objections to his family performing the play and discuss the way these objections cause a rift between him and Tom. When Edmund changes his mind and decides to perform, what does this tell you about his character? Does he try to justify his decision? How so?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze Tom and Mrs. Norris' behavior toward Fanny regarding the play. What does their behavior suggest about their view of Fanny as a person they can influence? What is Fanny's reaction to their manipulative ways?

Essay Topic 3

How does Edmund overlook Mary's shortcomings early in their relationship? What does the scandal allow him to fully understand about Mary's true nature? What is he most disappointed about in her character? Provide specific examples to support your answers.

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