Small World Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 153 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Small World Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 153 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. What does Persse go into town to buy?

2. What event is planned for the final night of the conference?

3. What is the title of the magazine for which Morris serves on the editorial board?

4. What is Persse drinking at the Royal Academy of Literature's prizegiving party?

5. In what city does Akbil Borak teach?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are Rudyard Parkinson's passions?

2. Describe the atmosphere Philip sets to tell his story about Joy.

3. Why is Persse's Aunty Nuala not at home when he goes to visit?

4. How does the Ringbaums' day go after landing in London?

5. How did Persse get his current job in Limerick?

6. What is Morris' advice to Philip regarding his conference?

7. What personal story does Robin Dempsey tell Persse at the sherry reception?

8. Describe Joy as Philip first saw her.

9. What is Miss Sybil Maiden's overarching theory about literature?

10. What two letters from London are awaiting Persse McGarrigle when he returns to Limerick?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

David Lodge uses a lot of mythological imagery and figures throughout "Small World." Using at least three examples, explain how these mythological allusions enhance the story.

Essay Topic 2

In Lausanne, Michel Tardieu says to Persse, "If one is not a subject or an object, one must be a helper or an opponent." Using at least three characters as examples, discuss the meaning of this statement. What is Lodge trying to say? Do you agree? Why or why not? Be specific.

Essay Topic 3

There are many literary allusions scattered throughout "Small World." Pick three and explain how they are used and what their connection is to the text.

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