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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. What mode of transportation does Elizabeth take to get home?

2. What had the person in #100 organized during the war?

3. What does Rezia think that the man in #78 will be able to do for Septimus?

4. What does the clerk give to Peter when he returns to his hotel?

5. What does Clarissa make fun of regarding Mill Kilman?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Septimus' state of mind as he lies on the sofa in the sitting room?

2. What was Dr. Holmes' diagnosis of Septimus?

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

4. When Septimus was young what did he want to do for his career?

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

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

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

8. What is Clarissa's response when Richard gives her roses?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the role of gays and lesbians in the early 20th century. What precedents were they forced to follow? What restrictions did they have? What freedoms did they have that 21st century gays and lesbians do not have?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Miss Kilman. What is her role in the story? What was the author trying to accomplish by developing Miss Kilman's character in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Create a character study of Clarissa. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Clarissa?

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