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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. After Mr. B examines and comments on Pamela's papers during their encounter in the garden, how does the incident end?
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. How does Lady Davers attempt to spoil the relationship between Pamela and Mr. B after she learns of the marriage?
4. After the discussion of the incident involving Lady Davers and Pamela, how do the guests of Sir Simon pass the time?
5. How is Pamela's loyalty displayed after her marriage?
Short Essay Questions
1. After being abused by Lady Davers, what happens when Pamela eventually arrives at Sir Simon's to meet Mr. B?
2. 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?
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. What is achieved by the author causing Lady Davers to oppose the relationship between Pamela and Mr. B when she visits them in Lincolnshire.
5. While the wedding and its aftermath bring happiness to Mr. B and Pamela, what issue develops in Section 11 that will create conflict for them?
6. In Section 10, what is the response of the gentry to Pamela after news of her imminent marriage becomes known?
7. On the night and day following her wedding, how does Pamela feel about the events that occur?
8. In Section 8, how do letters and Pamela's notes play a significant role in the story?
9. How are Mr. B's generosity and desire to please Pamela demonstrated in Section 12?
10. In Section 8, what unexpected event leads Pamela to further fear and mistrust Mr. B?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
One of the themes in "Pamela" is the impact of prejudice and preconceived notions on the reactions of various individuals and groups. Discuss in detail the instances in which prejudice and preconceived notions are revealed in the story and comment on the extent to which they represent problems in real-life situations.
Essay Topic 2
Write a character sketch of Mr. B presenting reasons for your portrayal and commenting on the impact of his behavior on the reader at different stages of the plot.
Essay Topic 3
Outline the characteristics of "the novel of manners" and discuss the evidence that "Pamela" deserves this classification.
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