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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the marriage between Mr. B and Pamela looms and then becomes reality, which character continues to worry that Pamela will treat him / her badly because of past wrongs done to Pamela?
(a) Jonathan.
(b) Mrs. Jewkes.
(c) Lady Davers.
(d) Mr. B.

2. What concern has brought Pamela's father to visit in Section 10?
(a) That she has been betrayed.
(b) That she will not be able to fit in.
(c) That Mr. B will not follow through with the plan to marry her.
(d) That she is in danger with Mr. B.

3. Which of the following literary devices is used by the author when he creates a situation in which Mrs. Jewkes is to become Pamela's servant, following Mrs. Jewkes' evil treatment of Pamela?
(a) Antithesis.
(b) Sarcasm.
(c) Irony.
(d) Paradox.

4. As Pamela assumes her own responsibilities as mistress of Bedfordshire, what detailed plans does she make to manage one of her own duties?
(a) She makes detailed pans to manage her household.
(b) She makes plans to resume her journal and letters.
(c) She plans to keep detailed accounts of her charitabe donations.
(d) She makes detailed plans for her social engagements.

5. Pamela overhears a conversation between Mr. B and Mrs. Jewkes in Section 8. What aspect of this conversation causes a change in her attitude to Mr. B?
(a) Mrs. Jewkes is appealing to Mr. B to save Pamela from disgrace.
(b) Mr. B refuses to go along with Mrs. Jewkes' suggestion that he should ruin Pamela.
(c) Lady Davers is appealing to Mr. B not to disgrace the family with any further rumors about Pamela and himself.
(d) Lady Davers is appealing to Mr. B to make an honest woman of Pamela.

6. How does Mr. B react when he hears that the reason for Pamela's late arrival at tea is the behavior of Lady Davers?
(a) He apologizes and becomes angry with Lady Davers.
(b) He explains to Pamela that nothing must make her late for such engagements.
(c) He leaves to confront Lady Davers.
(d) He sends for Lady Davers.

7. As the first altercation between Pamela and Lady Davers escalates, how does Pamela get away from Lady Davers to meet her husband?
(a) She pushes Lady Davers out of her way.
(b) She calls for Mrs. Jewkes to help her.
(c) She calls Jonathan to help her.
(d) She escapes through a window.

8. How does Pamela feel towards Mr. B in Section 8 after overhearing Mrs. B and Mrs. Jewkes' conversation?
(a) She is confused.
(b) She wants to have nothing more to do with him.
(c) She doesn't trust him.
(d) She is too inclined in Mr. B's favor and wishes she was of the right social class for him.

9. When Pamela becomes aware of this source of opposition to her marriage, why is she very worried?
(a) Because of the impact on her father.
(b) Because she hopes that everyone will be supportive.
(c) Because of the negative impact it will have on Mr. B's relationships.
(d) Because she doesn't want any disagreements with Mr. B and this person.

10. At the beginning of Section 10 when everyone becomes interested in seeing Pamela, which members of the gentry visit Pamela and Mr. B?
(a) Lady Jones and her sister-in-law.
(b) Sir Simon's family, Mr. Peters, his wife and niece, and Lady Jones and her sister-in-law .
(c) Mr Coulbrand and Sir Simon.
(d) Lady Davers. Jackey and the entourage.

11. As the novel approaches its final stages, Pamela and Mr. B return to the estate in Bedfordshire and the reader anticipates the reaction of the servants who were previously Pamela's colleagues. How is Pamela treated by the servants?
(a) They are indifferent to her.
(b) They are hostile to her.
(c) They rejoice at seeing her.
(d) They are sullen when presented to her.

12. What example of reconciliation takes place in Section 10, following conversations between Mr. B and one of his visitors?
(a) Mr. B and Mr. Andrews are reconciled.
(b) Mr. B and Mr. Williams are reconciled.
(c) Mr. B and Pamela are reconciled.
(d) Mr. B and Mrs. Jervis are reconciled.

13. Despite the progression of events and discussions leading towards his marriage to Pamela, what lingering concern regarding Mr. Williams does Mr. B express to Pamela?
(a) She might have done something to encourage his proposal.
(b) Mr. Williams might accuse Pamela of causing his troubles.
(c) Mr. Williams might accuse Mr. B of causing his troubles.
(d) She might have damaged her reputation with him.

14. Apart from the gentry and Mr. Andrews, which other person visits Mr. B and Pamela shortly before the wedding?
(a) Mr. Williams.
(b) The clergyman.
(c) Mr. Jonathan.
(d) Mrs. Jervis.

15. In Section 10, when members of the gentry visit Mr. B and Pamela, what is their reaction to Pamela?
(a) They are distant.
(b) Everyone praises her.
(c) They are respectful but unfriendly.
(d) They are cordial.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes the first confrontation between Pamela and Lady Davers, when Lady Davers arrives?

2. How does Mr. B try to convince Pamela that he will be faithful and true?

3. As a result of the altercation with Lady Davers, Pamela is late to meet Mr. B at tea with Mr. Simons. How does Mr. B react when Pamela arrives late?

4. When Pamela, Mr. B, and Mr. Andrews go out for an airing in the coach, what is the effect of Pamela's appearance on Mr. Andrews?

5. What disagreement do Pamela and Mr. B have in the early stages of planning their marriage?

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