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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 Eugene have dinner with in Book 1, Chapter 12?

2. Who has decided to complete his studies in Book 2, Chapter 1?

3. Why is Bella resentful towards Rokesmith?

4. In Book 1, Chapter 14, who does Eugene find dead?

5. Who does Rokesmith work with on a ship?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Mr. Venus.

2. Why is the river important to Jessie Hexam?

3. Describe Bradley Headstone.

4. Describe Lizzie Hexam.

5. Describe the Podsnaps.

6. Describe the social situation at the Veneering party in Book 1, Chapter 2.

7. Describe Rokesmith's relationship with Mrs. Boffin.

8. What does Lightwood discover when he goes to find the sender of the note in Book 1, Chapter 3?

9. Describe the inhabitants of the Boffin household by Book 1, Chapter 17.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in Our Mutual Friend. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Compare and contrast the depiction of these four young female characters in the book, Lizzie, Georgiana, Bella and Jenny.

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