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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. Rezia works on a hat for whom?

2. What does Richard dislike about Hugh?

3. According to Peter, women don't know what __________________ is.

4. What does Clarissa say to Peter in a letter?

5. Who arrives to see Septimus and forces his/her way into his bedroom when Rezia resists?

Short Essay Questions

1. How are Miss Kilman's religion and her feelings about Clarissa in conflict?

2. How does Elizabeth feel about Miss Kilman's feelings for her?

3. Why is Rezia especially anxious for Septimus to see Sir William Bradshaw?

4. What does Rezia write down as Septimus talks while lying on the sofa?

5. How does Rezia feel about Septimus being admitted to a home?

6. Why does Richard find it difficult to express his love for Clarissa?

7. Where did Rezia first meet Septimus, and what was her perception of him?

8. As Peter strolls in the park, what is he certain of regarding Clarissa even though she had seemed cold to him?

9. Describe Septimus' first appointment with Sir William and what does Sir William think about Septimus' condition?

10. What is the unspoken rivalry between Hugh Whitbread and Richard Dalloway?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

"Mrs. Dalloway" is a classic mid-life crisis story. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

The author used more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two examples about loss in the book and then explain why the examples support the theme.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the perception of homosexuality in early 20th century England. Compare and contrast homosexuality in England during this time to homosexuality in England today. What major changes have occurred--both positive and negative?

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