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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 is Alfred Lammle going to marry in Book 1, Chapter 10?

2. Who offers to work as a secretary?

3. Whom does Rokesmith show interest in Book 2, Chapter 8?

4. Who does Noddy Boffin see when he gets home in Book 1, Chapter 9?

5. Who is killed mistakenly according to Rokesmith?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Bradley Headstone.

2. Describe how Harmon became Rokesmith.

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

4. Describe the Podsnaps.

5. Why is the river important to Jessie Hexam?

6. Describe the Lammles' startling discovery about themselves in Book 1, Chapter 10.

7. Describe Miss Peecher.

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

9. Describe the Gaffer.

10. Describe the man who comes to the Riderhood residence in Book 2, Chapter 12.

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

Create a brief character study of Eugene Wrayburn. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him at this point in his life?

Essay Topic 3

The concept of good versus evil appears throughout the book. Who in your opinion is good? Who is bad? Why? Do these characters change over time? Why or why not? Describe.

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