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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who refuses to have George baptized?

2. At the end of Chapter 17, Lucy is compared to whom?

3. Who does Lucy kiss at the end of Chapter 15?

4. Who does the coachman in Chapter 20 resemble?

5. Who does Cecil share a flat with?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

"A Room with a View" is both the title of the novel and a metaphor for life. Explain what is meant by a room with a view. Cite three examples from the novel where a room with or without a view is mentioned and why.

Essay Topic 2

When Lucy first meets the Emerson family, the character George is depressed. As his family recognizes the importance of a room with a view, what does George's depression signify? If George did not believe in a room with a view, would his character still be depressed at this point in the story? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

What is Miss Bartlett's attitude towards men? How does Miss Bartlett's opinion of men affect Lucy? Are there examples in the story where Lucy is similar in her attitude towards men? What are they?

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