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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. Why do Philip's co-workers not like him?

2. What is Cronshaw's profession?

3. What does Philip want to do when he leaves school?

4. Why does the church warden never talk to the vicar?

5. How does Philip do in school for his first two years?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Philip decide to do after his first visit to Paris?

2. What would have been the only thing that would have changed Philip's mind about quitting school?

3. How does Philip feel when he receives a letter from Emily?

4. What happens when Fanny insists that the master analyze her work?

5. What does Phillip's mother die of?

6. What is the conflict about the bath schedule, and how is it resolved?

7. How does Louisa choose where to shop when she is in town?

8. How does Philip describe Weeks?

9. What does Philip like to hear Emily talk about?

10. When does Philip get the chance to be intimate with Emily?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Love is a very important theme and motivating factor in this book. Which characters are most affected by this theme? Which relationships are the most significant to the plot and why?

Essay Topic 2

Betrayal is a theme introduced at the very beginning of this book. How does this constant stream of betrayal affect the outcome of the plot, and which characters are most affected by it?

Essay Topic 3

Philip endures many different trials before the end of the book. What are some of these trials and what lessons does he learn through these experiences?

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