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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When it is confirmed for Lady Davers that Mr. B and Pamela are truly married, Lady Davers reacts negatively. What does this reaction to the news reflect about some aspects of the society in which the novel is set?
(a) She shows prejudice by insisting that Pamela should inherit nothing from her family.
(b) She shows the prejudice in the society by accusing Mr. B of marrying the daughter of a beggar.
(c) She shows prejudice by saying that Pamela must not live in the family estate.
(d) She shows prejudice by saying that she doesn't want a servant girl in her family.

2. Following his marriage to Pamela, how is Mr. B's generosity revealed?
(a) Through his gifts to Pamela, her parents and the servants.
(b) Through his gifts to Pamela.
(c) Through his gift to the church.
(d) Through his gifts to the servants.

3. How does Pamela feel when the young ladies from the gentry invite her to join them for dinner?
(a) She feels unworthy of them.
(b) She knows they are ridiculing her.
(c) She feels comfortable with them.
(d) She dislikes being with them.

4. Which of the following terms best describes the section of the novel that occurs when Mr. B declares his love for Pamela and his desire to marry her?
(a) Rising action.
(b) Denouement.
(c) Climax or turning point.
(d) Falling action.

5. What are the significant aspects of the conversations between Mr. B and the third visitor prior to the marriage between Mr. B and Pamela?
(a) He is to exonerate Mr. B for his past wrongs.
(b) He is asked to give away Pamela.
(c) Mr. B invites him to dinner, gives permission for him to be friends with Pamela, and invites him to officiate at the chapel.
(d) He is asked to bless the new chapel.

6. After her marriage, how does the author provide humor when Pamela tries to write Mrs. Jervis about her reinstatement?
(a) He makes humorous comments about the servants.
(b) He makes humorous comments about the gentry.
(c) He refers to Pamela not knowing how to sign her new name.
(d) He refers to Mr. B making jokes with Pamela.

7. How does Lady Davers attempt to spoil the relationship between Pamela and Mr. B after she learns of the marriage?
(a) She reveals that Mr. B has illegitimate children.
(b) She reveals that Mr. B already has a wife who is mentally ill.
(c) She reveals information about Sally Godfrey, the woman whom Mr. B ruined.
(d) She reveals information about Mr. B's past exploits with several women.

8. 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 hostile to her.
(b) They are indifferent to her.
(c) They are sullen when presented to her.
(d) They rejoice at seeing her.

9. Who delivers the letter from Mr. B to Pamela while she is at the inn on her way home from Lincolnshire?
(a) Mr. B's groom.
(b) Mr. Robert.
(c) Mr. Colbrand.
(d) Mrs. Jewkes.

10. 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) Sarcasm.
(b) Antithesis.
(c) Paradox.
(d) Irony.

11. As Mrs. Jewkes expresses her fears about how Pamela will treat her after being married to Mr. B, how does Pamela show her virtuous nature towards Mrs. Jewkes?
(a) She promises that she will hold no grudges.
(b) She promises that they will be friends.
(c) She promises to help her find work elsewhere.
(d) She promises to pray for her.

12. How are Pamela's chastity and innocence demonstrated after her marriage?
(a) Her fear of Lady Davers' response.
(b) Her fear that Mr. B will hurt her again.
(c) Her fears of the consummation of marriage on the wedding night.
(d) Her fear that she will not live up to Mr. B's expectations.

13. In what way does the letter delivered from Mr. B to Pamela at the inn lay the foundation for the climax of the story?
(a) Mr. Claims that he will have his way with his proposal of cohabitation.
(b) Mr. B begs her to return and promises that he will write asking her father permission to marry her.
(c) Mr. B states that Pamela will not be allowed back to his estates.
(d) Mr. B indicates that this will be his last letter as he will marry someone else.

14. As Mr. B and Pamela contemplate marriage and continue to discuss details concerning their situation, what does Pamela worry about?
(a) That people will be rude to Mr. B for marrying below his station.
(b) That Mr. B is simply trying another way to destroy her virtue.
(c) That Lady Davers will be hostile to her.
(d) That Mr. B might turn against her once more.

15. How does Mr. B occupy himself in the days after he and Pamela return to Bedfordshire?
(a) He spends long hours in the library.
(b) He goes hunting.
(c) He is busy with business matters.
(d) He resumes his wild social life.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. When Mr. B sees Pamela's reaction to him after she overhears his conversation with Mrs. Jewkes, how does Mr. B behave?

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

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

5. After the discussion of the incident involving Lady Davers and Pamela, how do the guests of Sir Simon pass the time?

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