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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. Often, why doesn't Walter respond to casual remarks that Kitty makes?

2. How soon after her marriage does Kitty realize she's made a mistake?

3. What is Mr. Garstin's impression of Walter after talking with him for some time?

4. How does Kitty feel when she sees Walter and realizes he knows of the affair?

5. What position did Dorothy's father hold in Hong Kong?

Short Essay Questions

1. After Kitty describes Walter's polite and standoffish behavior in Chapter 20, why does Charlie become so confident and happy?

2. How does her affair with Charlie affect Kitty's appearance?

3. Why does Kitty believe her rendezvous with Charlie at the curio shop are completely safe?

4. Once they are married, what daily habits does Walter display that shows his affection for Kitty?

5. Why is Mr.Garstin reluctant to take silk and become a K.C.?

6. What two attributes does Mrs.Garstin display in the way she arranges her dinner parties?

7. After they have been married for some time, why is Kitty surprised Walter ever fell in love with her?

8. Describe Dorothy Townsend's appearance as given by Kitty in Chapter 3.

9. When Walter first tells Kitty about going to Mei-tan-fu, what reasons does she give for not wanting to accompany him?

10. What is the view from Kitty's home in Happy Valley?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel Kitty's views of Charlie change drastically, however, Charlie's views of Kitty remain somewhat the same. Discuss the dichotomy of how these views differ and how they reflect upon the character that holds them.

Essay Topic 2

When Kitty meets Waddington's mistress she contemplates afterward that "the beliefs and the ideals of the West seemed crude beside ideals and beliefs of which in this exquisite creature she seemed to catch a fugitive glimpse." How does this statement reflect an overarching theme between the relationship between West vs. East as portrayed in The Painted Veil?

Essay Topic 3

The theme of love is central to The Painted Veil and has many manifestations. Compare and contrast two approaches to the idea of "what is love" as evidenced by the following characters:

a) Kitty's initial love for Charlie.

b) Walter's love for Kitty.

c) Charlie's love for Kitty.

d) Waddington's love for his mistress.

e) Mother Superior's love for God.

f) Kitty's love for her father.

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