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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. Why is Clym hesitant about Thomasin's question?

2. Which characters reach a happy conclusion?

3. What does Clym admit to Thomasin?

4. Why has the passion between Clym and Eustacia faded?

5. What does Thomasin do during the dance?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Mrs. Yeobright never let in the house?

2. What takes place during Clym's nap before going back to work?

3. What intrigues Thomasin about Diggory?

4. Why is Clym concerned that Thomasin is falling in love with him?

5. Why does Mrs. Yeobright have a difficult time getting to Clym's home?

6. How is Clym feeling after he learns of his wife's true feelings?

7. Why do Thomasin and Clym live in the same home but lead separate lives?

8. How does the fire act as a signal?

9. What happens to Clym's letter?

10. What takes place at Blooms-End?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The only two people to reach a happy conclusion are Diggory and Thomasin.

Part 1) How are they happy?

Part 2) Why are they the only two who are truly happy?

Part 3) What message does this send to the reader?

Essay Topic 2

The transformation of the odd reddleman into a desirable husband seems a little forced.

Part 1) Why?

Part 2) What is the reason for this change in the character?

Part 3) How does the author feel about the changes? How do you feel about the changes?

Essay Topic 3

Thomasin has many virtues.

Part 1) What is a virtue?

Part 2) Give examples of her virtues.

Part 3) Does Thomasin impress as a heroine? Why or why not?

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