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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. Who arranges Penelope's funeral?

2. Penelope dreams that she will get a letter from Ambrose telling her that _______________________.

3. What does Penelope name her first child?

4. What is the profession of the man in #105?

5. What is Nancy's demeanor when Penelope calls her from Porthkarris?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the relationship between Antonia and Danus mirror that of Penelope and Richard's?

2. Explain how Penelope's trip to Porthkerris provides closure to her life.

3. What does Penelope decide to do with the unfinished Lawrence Stern paintings?

4. How does Richard stand in stark contrast to Ambrose?

5. What does Penelope do when she learns from Mr. Brookner that the paintings have sold?

6. Why does Penelope's dream of marrying Richard not come true?

7. Why does Penelope have such a fitful night after her appointment in London?

8. How do Nancy and Noel react to news of Penelope's death?

9. What is the nature of the letter Olivia finds in her mother's room and what does Olivia do with it?

10. How does Olivia manage to silence Noel and Nancy's protests about Penelope's will?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one instance of irony in the book. Cite at least two other examples you can identify in the book and note why they are examples of irony.

Essay Topic 2

What are the primary settings for the novel? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Pilcher choose to use these places in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of disappointment. Identify at least two characters who either embody or experience disappointment then cite an example to support your answers.

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