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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. What question does Stevens ponder as he drives?

2. What had Miss Kenton brought to Stevens' office at Darlington Hall one day?

3. Where does Stevens go to admire some natural beauty?

4. What is Mr. Stevens considering at point in time?

5. What is the topic of the conference?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is the staffing situation at Darlington Hall different from the time Miss Kenton had worked there?

2. What happens when Stevens runs out of fuel and is nowhere near a filling station?

3. How does the novel begin?

4. Explain the symbolism and foreshadowing in this chapter.

5. How has Stevens' road trip been both beneficial and uncomfortable for him?

6. How does Stevens feel about visiting the small pond?

7. What are Stevens' thoughts about being a good butler?

8. How does the Day 6, Evening Chapter begin?

9. What occasion does Stevens recall where the silver altered the apprehensive nature of a guest?

10. Describe the story line in THE REMAINS OF THE DAY.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain why the resignation of Lisa is so wounding to Miss Kenton. How did Lisa betray Miss Kenton's trust? Why does Miss Kenton think Lisa is foolish? Why is Miss Kenton secretly jealous of Lisa?

Essay Topic 2

How does Stevens justify the humiliating behavior inflicted by Lord Darlington's guests toward him? What is his view on the laws of nature? Does he truly feel that class distinction has its place even after he has been a victim of its cruelty?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the technique of flashback used extensively in this book. Describe some situations that can be considered flashbacks. Why are they flashbacks? What are the benefits of using flashbacks?

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