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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Mrs. Honeychurch, Miss Bartlett, and Lucy go on Sunday morning?

2. How does Miss Alans think of Mr. Emerson filling the room with flowers?

3. In Chapter 20, who is Lucy afraid is angry with her?

4. What chapter of the book Cecil is reading does Lucy discourage him from reading out loud?

5. Who brings Lucy a letter at the beginning of Chapter 18?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Society is an important aspect that is trying to shape the character Lucy in "A Room with a View".

1) Describe the type of society Lucy is born into.

2) Discuss the expectations society has for Lucy.

3) Analyze whether Lucy's actions are a result of trying to conform to or resist societal expectations.

Essay Topic 2

Phaeton and Persephone are symbolic characters. Discuss the following:

1) Who are Phaeton and Persephone in Greek Mythology?

2) What do these characters represent in "A Room with a View"?

3) Why is their presence appropriate at the point they appear within the story?

Essay Topic 3

"A Room with a View" often satirizes those who are living by society's rules. Choose three examples from the novel that demonstrate where society is satirized. Analyze how and why the information is portrayed as satirical.

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