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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. Mr. Stevens is not comfortable with American ________________.

2. How does Stevens recall the time of the conference?

3. How much has Mr. Stevens traveled in his life?

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

5. The old man tells Stevens that it may be his last chance to ___________________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the symbolism and foreshadowing in this chapter.

2. What happens when Miss Kenton returns to Darlington Hall that evening?

3. Why does Stevens return again and again in his mind to his reluctance to admit to being employed by Lord Darlington?

4. How does the scene at the pond indicate Stevens' state of mind during his road trip?

5. How does Miss Kenton react to the news that Stevens had also been upset by the dismissal of the Jewish girls?

6. Who is Lisa and why does her presence create such a stir at Darlington Hall?

7. Why does Miss Kenton not follow through on her threat to resign?

8. What is the significance of the conversation Stevens has with a stranger on the pier?

9. What is the relationship between Stevens and Mr. Farraday?

10. What was the nature of Stevens' meeting with Miss Kenton?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the unspoken attraction between Stevens and Miss Kenton. How does Miss Kenton try to get to know Stevens on a more personal level? Is she successful? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Explain what you think Stevens will do with the balance of his life. What will he do when he returns to Darlington Hall? Will he continue on as before or will he make an attempt to carve out a little life for himself, too? Can he serve himself and still serve others? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Stevens must have some idea of Lord Darlington's political tendencies given the nature of his guests during this period in history. How does he justify Lord Darlington's actions? Is Stevens smarter than Lord Darlington gives him credit for? Explain.

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