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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. In what country is Jack's new job located?

2. What is Susan and Matthew's last name?

3. Who is the maid at Susan and Matthew's home?

4. What does Hetty name the stray cat she finds?

5. How many children does Jack have?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the premise of "England Versus England"?

2. What happens in the story after Hetty's death?

3. Why does Susan consider leaving a note for the coroner before she dies?

4. What is the premise of "A Room"?

5. How do Maureen and Peggy determine to move forward with their lives in "Between Men"?

6. What do Maureen and Stanley seem to have in common?

7. What does Jack's dream reveal to him?

8. Why does Susan fabricate having a lover?

9. What is Jack's relationship with his siblings?

10. What is the premise of "The Temptation of Jack Orkney"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain Lessing's writing style. How does she deliver information? How does she develop characters? What is the general tone of her stories? What is the most appealing aspect of Lessing's writing for you? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Create a character study of Susan Rawlings from "To Room Nineteen". What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Susan?

Essay Topic 3

Lessing is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

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