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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Section 11, which character is clearly opposed to the marriage between Mrs. B and Pamela?
(a) Mrs. Jervis.
(b) Lady Davers.
(c) Mr. Williams.
(d) Mrs. Andrews.

2. Because the author treats the actual wedding in such an incidental way, this event could be described as a let-down or disappointment to readers expecting a big event. Which of the following terms would best describe such a let-down or disappointment?
(a) Denouement.
(b) Turning point.
(c) Anti-climax.
(d) Falling action.

3. What is Pamela's state of mind at the end of the section in which she marries Mr. B and he displays his love and generosity?
(a) She is very happy with nothing left to wish for except her husband's life, health, honor and happiness.
(b) She is happy but wonders if it will last.
(c) She is happy but longs for her parents to be near her.
(d) She is happy but sometimes remembers her past trials.

4. On the eve of Pamela's departure from Lincolnshire, what specific agreement is reached between Pamela and Miss Darnford?
(a) They agree to visit Lady Davers together.
(b) They agree to correspond with each other.
(c) They agree to visit each other.
(d) They agree to take holidays together.

5. After the altercation between Mr. B and Lady Davers escalates, what finally causes the reconciliation between them?
(a) Sir Simon appeals to Lady Davers to forgive her brother.
(b) Mrs. Jervis intervenes and guides and encourages Mr. B to forgive his sister.
(c) Sir Simon appeals to Mr. B to forgive his sister.
(d) As he sees the two women reconcile, Mr. B is pleased and salutes them both.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. After this incident in which the Lady Davers makes her revelation and Mr. B becomes enraged, why is Mr. B angry with Pamela as well as Lady Davers?

3. 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?

4. What roles does Lady Davers' companion play in the confrontation with Mr. B?

5. 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?

Short Essay Questions

1. On the night and day following her wedding, how does Pamela feel about the events that occur?

2. What is the significance of the author's decision to return Pamela to Bedfordshire for the end of the story?

3. Although the anger between Mr. B and his sister has subsided and everything appears to be fine, what lingering concern does Pamela have as a consequence of Lady Davers' outburst?

4. In Section 14 as Pamela and Lady Davers become closer, what information does the older woman seek about Pamela's past?

5. In Section 9, what is revealed about the complications in the changing relationship between Mr. B and Pamela?

6. Who makes a surprise visit to Pamela and Mr. B in Section 10 and what transpires during the visit?

7. When Lady Davers abuses Pamela and the quarrel between Lady Davers and Mr. B escalates, what is the final offense committed by Lady Davers and to what does it lead?

8. After Lady Davers reveals the important facts about Mr. B's past and Mr. B orders the chariot and leaves, What events cause a turn in the hostility between the siblings?

9. How does the author treat the actual wedding of Pamela and Mr. B and with what possible effects?

10. In Section 8, how do the events involving news of a sham marriage and Pamela's departure from Lincolnshire lead to changes in the emotions of both Mr. B and Pamela?

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