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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 rebukes Fred's gambling habit and implores him to behave in a manner that makes him worthy of Mary Garth?

2. Who had previously made suggestions as to who should be the overseer of Stone Court?

3. Rosamond interferes with Lydgate's plans to do what?

4. What is becoming a problem for Lydgate in Chapter 47?

5. To what other character does the author compare Dorothea in Chapter 85?

Short Essay Questions

1. With what information does Raffles attempt to blackmail Bulstrode?

2. What is Lydgate's diagnosis and prescription for Raffles?

3. What revelation does Mrs. Garth make to Fred Vincy?

4. Describe the events leading up to Fred and Mary's marriage.

5. Summarize the rest of Dorothea and Ladislaw's life together.

6. What is the Chettams' response to news of Dorothea's impending marriage?

7. Why is Dorothea upset about Casaubon's will?

8. What are Dorothea's plans for the future in Chapter 55?

9. What is Mrs. Bulstrode's reaction to what Mr. Vincy tells her about her husband?

10. What is Mrs. Cadwallader's advice to mourning Dorothea?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the prologue, the author begins by relating the tale of St. Theresa. As the main character of the novel, what resemblance does Dorothea bear to this saint? Is it an appropriate comparison? Why or why not? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characters of Dorothea and Lydgate and their charity work. How does their altruism manifest itself? What is each character's motivation to do good deeds? How is each character rewarded for his or her charitable acts? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the relationship between Bulstrode and Raffles. Why is the information Raffles has so scandalous? Neither are particularly virtuous; who is more despicable, and why? Does Bulstrode deserve the torment that Raffles bestows upon him? Is Bulstrode's revenge justified? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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