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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 does Jordan dismiss his scribe and cancel his appointments?
2. What does Anthony explain to Alexandra?
3. What make Jordan really upset about others in relation to Alexandra?
4. What had Jordan thought of the entire time he is imprisoned?
5. What does Jordan notice is gone?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does Jordan initiate on the picnic and how does it reveal his feelings for Alexandra?
2. What does Anthony tell Alexandra that begins her getting over grieving Jordan?
3. About what does Jordan confide in Alexandra?
4. What does the Dowager finally ask of Anthony and what is his response?
5. How do Jordan and Alexandra differ in their reactions to being at Hawthorne?
6. Describe the scene when Bertie confesses and the aftermath.
7. What happens as Jordan is talking with Lord Camden and what does Jordan do as a result?
8. What is Alexandra's first response to Jordan's anger and how does Melanie change Alexandra's attitude?
9. How does Jordan learn the truth about Alexandra's behavior while he was imprisoned?
10. What does Jordan hint about to Alexandra?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
When Jordan and Alexandra arrive at an the first night of their wedding, Jordan tells Alexandra that she shouldn't worry about tonight, that he has no intention of sleeping with her. Alexandra agrees and says she never imagined he would because he would probably prefer sleeping in a room by himself, especially since she flails like a fish. Alexandra is obviously so naive, she misunderstands what Jordan is implying. Discuss the following:
1. Define Bildungsroman, or "Coming of Age," and give several examples from literature you have read.
2. Trace and analyze the character of Alexandra as she changes from a rather naive woman to a sadder, but wiser, woman. What are the significant events that change Alexandra?
3. After thoroughly analyzing Aleandra's growth, do you think Something Wonderful could be considered Alexandra's Coming of Age story? Why or why not?
4. Are there any other characters in Something Wonderful who go through a Coming of Age experience? Who? Why do you think so?
Essay Topic 2
Gossip and rumors are found throughout Something Wonderful. Discuss the following:
1. What is one piece of gossip that you think is started maliciously? Who starts it? Why? Does it end up harming the person it is intended to harm? Why or why not? What effect does the gossip have on the person the gossip is about? What effect does the gossip have on one other character?
2. What is one piece of gossip that you think is started intentionally to help someone? Who starts it? Why? Does it end up helping or harming the person it is intended to help? Explain. What effect does the gossip have on the person the gossip is about? What effect does the gossip have on one other character?
3. Trace and analyze the theme of gossip as it is woven throughout Something Wonderful. Is the gossip always harmful? What are the motivations of those who start and perpetuate the gossip? What are the effects of the gossip?
4. Why do you think people gossip?
Essay Topic 3
Alexandra's father as it is learned after he dies, is a polygamist. Discuss the following:
1. Why do you think more men than women are polygamists? Mr. Lawrence keeps the existence of his other family secret from his first wife. Why do you think he does so? What would you say about his integrity?
2. How do you think women are viewed in countries where polygamy is illegal such as England? How do you think they are viewed in countries where polygamy is legal? Discuss the differences
3. Should polygamy be controlled by law and what are the advantages and disadvantages to allowing polygamy?
4. If polygamy were legal in your country for either men or woman, would you consider more than one husband or wife? Explain why or why not.
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