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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. Where is 'Daisy Miller' set?

2. What does Winterbourne realize with a shock, about Daisy Miller?

3. What is the cause of Daisy Miller's death?

4. How does James describe Brooksmith's physical appearance?

5. Who is Mr. Giovanelli?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do the Europeans believe will happen to Daisy Miller, and what is their knowledge founded in?

2. What is the setting of 'Daisy Miller,' and why is this significant?

3. Describe the conditions under which Morgan dies.

4. What is James saying about aristocracy in 'The Real Thing'?

5. Who are Miss Churm and Oronte?

6. What is the narrator's interest in Brooksmith?

7. What is the Moreens' financial situation, and how does this affect Pemberton?

8. What is the first surprise we find out about Major and Mrs. Monarch?

9. How does the publisher involve Miss Tita in his plot?

10. Who are Major and Mrs. Monarch?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does James' stories describe the difference between America and Europe? What does each civilization stand for? How are they distinguished? What kind of drama is created when they come into conflict?

Essay Topic 2

Many of James' characters are weak or ineffectual young men. What virtues or strengths do these young men have, and do they compensate for their weaknesses?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the critical commentary for one of the stories. Which commentator seems to provide the most helpful insight into the story? How do you explain the other commentators' interest? What remains to be explained after these different commentaries?

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