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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. In order to protect whose reputation will the attacker's identity remain hidden in Book 4, Chapter 10?

2. Who does Noddy Boffin run into that tells him Wegg is going to discuss the will in Book 4, Chapter 3?

3. What does Bella ask her father to pretend in Book 4, Chapter 4?

4. Who is celebrating a wedding anniversary in Book 3, Chapter 4?

5. Whom does Noddy refuse to listen to in Book 4, Chapter 14?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Charley afraid of in Book 4, Chapter 7?

2. What happens when Bradley goes in search of Eugene in Book 4, Chapter 1?

3. When Eugene is dying, what is revealed about Lizzie in Book 4, Chapter 9?

4. Describe Lizzie's interaction with Eugene in Book 4, Chapter 6.

5. Why is Noddy Boffin annoyed with Rokesmith in Book 3, Chapter 15?

6. What does Lizzie tell Bella in Book 3, Chapter 9?

7. Why does John Rokesmith refuse to see Mortimer?

8. What happens to Rogue in Book 3, Chapters 2 and 3?

9. What happens when Bella visits her father at his office in Book 3, Chapter 16?

10. What is the scheme that the Lammles come up with in Book 3, Chapter 12?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Reading and writing play an important role in Our Mutual Friend. Who is illiterate? Who is literate? Who teaches whom and in what way? Does literacy in Our Mutual Friend signify wealth, status or other power? Discuss.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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