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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. After Catherine's departure, how much longer will the Allens stay in Bath?

2. Who discovers Catherine in Mrs. Tilney's chambers?

3. What do Henry and Eleanor doubt that General Tilney will allow?

4. What do Catherine, Eleanor and the General do on Catherine's first morning at Northanger Abbey?

5. Who is William?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does General Tilney do to Catherine in Chapter 28 that is considered very rude?

2. Why does Henry believe a liking for flowers is healthy for women?

3. How does Catherine feel about her brother's engagement?

4. Why does Catherine become troubled when Henry and Eleanor speak of Isabella's financial situation?

5. Upon realizing her suspicions of his father, how does Henry attempt to calm Catherine's overactive imagination?

6. Why does Catherine decide to visit Mrs. Tilney's chambers alone?

7. Why does the General not notice that Catherine is upset at breakfast?

8. How does Isabella justify dancing with Captain Tilney?

9. Why was Mrs. Allen not happy at the news of James' engagement and return to Fullerton?

10. What about her dinner with the Tilneys caused Catherine disappointment?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what way is "Northanger Abbey" a parody of Gothic novels? Use examples from the text to support your conclusion.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Northanger Abbey and what it symbolizes for the protagonist.

Essay Topic 3

"Northanger Abbey" can easily be seen as a coming-of-age story. Catherine is introduced as a young lady of seventeen, and the novel concludes with a more mature and experienced protagonist. Discuss how "Northanger Abbey" is a coming-of-age story.

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