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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 does Philip say his honest feelings are about Fanny's art?

2. Why does Mildred cancel her third date with Philip?

3. Who helps Philip prepare for and pass his make-up exams?

4. How does Philip feel when he is cared for while sick in London?

5. Where does Philip plan to travel when he finishes school?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who arranges the funeral for Cronshaw, and how is it received?

2. Why does Mildred go to Brighton after she gives birth?

3. What causes Philip to leave Mildred for good?

4. What happens during Philip's first rotation when he returns to medical school?

5. How does Philip lose all of his money?

6. What does Philip find when he gets an urgent letter to come to Fanny's apartment?

7. How does William react when he hears that Philip is changing his profession again?

8. What does Philip begin to think when he deals with Fanny's despair?

9. Why does Philip pawn off his father's items?

10. What surprises Philip when he returns to Blackstable for his aunt's funeral?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Lawson and Hayward are two characters who are very similar in their professional vocations, but are markedly different in other ways. Use some examples from the text to compare and contrast these two dynamic characters.

Essay Topic 2

Fear is a common theme in this book that is presented a number of times by a number of characters. What are some of these instances, and how does fear affect the characters in the book?

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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