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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. Who does Charley think would make a better teacher for Lizzie?

2. Who does not appear to approve of Bradley Headstone at the school?

3. What does Jenny Wren want in Book 2, Chapter 1?

4. Who are the Veneerings friends with?

5. For whom does Rokesmith try to arrange schooling in Book 2, Chapter 14?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is John Rokesmith's new role at the Boffins'?

2. Describe Bella's role in John Harmon's fortune in Book 1, Chapter 4.

3. Describe Mr. Sloppy.

4. In the office where Mortimer and Eugene are sitting, what is revealed about Lizzie in Book 2, Chapter 6?

5. Describe Mrs. Veneering.

6. Describe Lightwood's conversation with Mr. Boffin in Book 1, Chapter 8.

7. What is Mrs. Lammle's scheme to trick Georgiana in Book 2, Chapter 4?

8. Why is Charley annoyed with his sister in Book 2, Chapter 15?

9. Describe Silas Wegg.

10. Describe the Podsnaps.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Dickens is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 2

Secrecy is a recurring theme in Our Mutual Friend. Which characters have secrets and what are they? How are these secrets revealed? Do these secrets result in ominous consequences or not? Do any of them have happy endings? Discuss.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the significance of the novel's title. What did the author mean by calling the book Our Mutual Friend? Cite an example to support your answer.

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