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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the family discusses Mr. Elliot, who arrives?

2. What are Mr. Elliot's feelings about Mrs. Clay?

3. Mr. Elliot married his first wife for what reason, according to Mrs. Smith?

4. Captain Benwick intends to call on whom soon, according to Charles?

5. With whom does Anne think that Captain Wentworth is in love?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As the title of the book suggests, persuasion is a major theme. List examples of how the powers of persuasion affect Anne throughout the book. Also, state whether you agree or disagree with Anne's reactions to that persuasion.

Essay Topic 2

Explain what role Lady Russell plays in the book. Include other examples, besides just her disapproval of Captain Wentworth.

Essay Topic 3

Choose any courtship or marriage in the book besides Anne and Frederick's and cite examples of how it affected the rest of the characters.

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