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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. On one of Stephen's occasional visits to Morton, what important news does she learn?

2. After falling in love with Mary, what does Martin propose to do to remedy the conflict with Stephen?

3. After Stephen publishes her second work, why does Jonathan suggest Stephen travel abroad?

4. In an attempt to relieve Barbara's condition, what does Stephen offer to Jamie and Barbara, only to be refused?

5. What economic state do Jamie and Barbara live in?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Barbara and Jamie die?

2. What is Rue Jacob?

3. What writing advice does Jonathan Brockett give to Stephen upon the release of her second novel?

4. How does Stephen attempt to protect Mary while the two are serving together in the ambulance brigade during the war?

5. What type of tour does Brockett give to Stephen once she arrives in Paris, and what is Stephen's reaction to the tour?

6. After leaving the hospital, where does Stephen take Mary for vacation, and what does she realize about their relationship?

7. How does Raferty prompt Stephen to return home to Morton?

8. How does Stephen spoil Mary when they return to Paris after the war?

9. How do Stephen and Mary spend their evenings together in Paris when they are out with their group of friends?

10. What career path has Stephen chosen upon leaving Morton?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

A few years after leaving Morton, Stephen moves to Paris. First, describe the decision that led to Stephen deciding to move from England to France. What was she hoping to accomplish in France that she couldn't anywhere else in the world? Were Stephen's goals reached during the time she lived abroad? How can you tell? Finally, describe what the city of Paris symbolizes in Stephen's personal exploration. What aspects of Stephen's self-exploration are mirrored in the physical landscape of the city?

Essay Topic 2

While living in Paris, Stephen meets many other people, both male and female, who suffer from the same "oddities" that she does, meaning they are all homosexual. First, describe the "homosexual tour" Brockett gives to Stephen upon her arrival in Paris. What was Stephen's reaction to this tour? Then, describe Stephen's day-to-day life in Paris. How much of her life revolves around her homosexuality? Does this surprise you? Finally, describe how living in Paris affected Stephen's acceptance of her self.

Essay Topic 3

While living in Morton, Stephen was introduced to the housemaid, Collins. First, describe Stephen's initial reaction to meeting Collins. Why did the girl feel such a connection to her maid? Then, describe how Stephen's relationship with Collins grew during the time of Collins's employment at Morton. What events eventually led to Collins being dismissed from the farm? How did this dismissal affect Stephen?

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