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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. Twenty-five years earlier, why did Moodie flee to the New England metropolis?
2. While observing from his hotel window, what makes Coverdale believe that a drawing-room on the first floor of the boardinghouse that is empty will not be empty for long?
3. After Coverdale comes upon the three people at the pulpit in Section 13, Chapter 25, who tells him that she is on trial for her life and suggests that he act as judge?
4. In Section 12, Chapter 23, how long does Coverdale wander restlessly, trying to avoid Hollingsworth, Priscilla and Zenobia?
5. Where did Hollingsworth wound Zenobia in Section 14, Chapter 27?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Priscilla act after she lifts her veil in Section 12, Chapter 23?
2. How does Zenobia's death parallel with many village maidens who have also been wronged by their first love?
3. Why does Hollingsworth and Coverdale's friendship end?
4. What does Zenobia do after Hollingsworth and Priscilla walk off together, arm in arm, in Section 13, Chapter 25?
5. Why did Moodie change his name twenty-five years ago?
6. How does Coverdale feel as he leaves Blithedale in Section 8, Chapter 16?
7. After Zenobia asks for Priscilla's forgiveness in Section 13, Chapter 25, what question does Zenobia ask her?
8. What gets Moodie to reveal his past to Coverdale?
9. What is ironic about Coverdale encountering Hollingsworth at a village hall during an interview with the Veiled Lady?
10. What are three of the creatures that Coverdale spies in the woods as he returns to Blithedale?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Zenobia is an interesting, vibrant character who stands out in The Blithedale Romance. Analyze the character of Zenobia, exploring what her character adds to the overall story. Why does Zenobia wear flowers in her hair? How do the other tenants at Blithedale feel about Zenobia? Is Zenobia a confident woman?
Essay Topic 2
Hollingsworth is a very strong dominant character in The Blithedale Romance. Analyze the character of Hollingsworth, examine his affect on the other characters, and compare his character to Coverdale. Who is more passionate about Blithedale: Hollingsworth or Coverdale? How do the other characters in the novel feel about Hollingsworth? How does Hollingsworth affect Priscilla and Zenobia?
Essay Topic 3
There are several characters in the novel, The Blithedale Romance, who are very concerned with their own wants and desires. Explore the concept of selfishness and relate it to the characters from The Blithedale Romance. What is selfishness? How does Hollingsworth demonstrate his selfishness? Has Zenobia demonstrated that she is selfish? Who is the most unselfish person at Blithedale and why?
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