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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who composes the music Lucy plays at her welcome party?

2. Where is Cecil's flat located?

3. After leaving the company of Sir Harry, where does Cecil suggest he and Lucy walk together?

4. What do Mr. Beebe and Mr. Emerson speak of during Chapter 12?

5. What does Lucy tell Cecil she feels for him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

"Fences" are discussed in a "Room with a View." Citing examples from the story, define the following:

1) What is the definition of "fences"?

2) Identify a character who puts up "fences". Discuss why and how this character puts up "fences".

3) Identify a character who does not put up "fences". Analyze why this character does not use "fences".

Essay Topic 2

Cecil is a character who verbally claims to be a forward-thinker who believes in spontaneity and passion. Cecil's actions do not demonstrate this to be true. Cite and analyze three examples from the story where Cecil's actions are not in alignment with what he says.

Essay Topic 3

Lucy lies frequently throughout "A Room with a View", both to herself and those around her. Choose an instance where Lucy tells a lie and analyze the following:

1) Why is the lie told?

2) What is Lucy trying to hide?

3) What would have been the consequence if Lucy had told the truth?

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