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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. What character is resentful of Jonathan's interference in Stephen's plans and future?

2. Where does Stephen's friend Mary have family?

3. What name does Mary give her newly rescued dog?

4. Whom does Stephen cut off all contact and friendship with, afraid her true relationship with Mary will be discovered and criticized?

5. How is Stephen's published third novel received by critics and the public?

Short Essay Questions

1. What important connections does Mary make at Valerie Seymour's Christmas party the year after she moves to Paris?

2. Why does Martin threaten to leave Paris soon after he meets Stephen there?

3. How does Stephen trick Mary into leaving her, and what is Mary's reaction to this trick?

4. What is Stephen's life like two years after leaving Morton?

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

6. How does Stephen react when World War I breaks out while she is living in Paris?

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

8. How is Stephen injured during the war?

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

10. Why did Madamoiselle Duphot return to Paris after living for many years in England?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Stephen and Mary Llewellyn meet for the first time, there is an instant attraction. First, describe how Mary and Stephen first meet. Which of the two makes the first move? Then, describe at least two of the major hurdles Stephen and Mary overcome in the first year of their relationship together. Based on the events of their relationship, do you think Stephen and Mary were a good romantic match?

Essay Topic 2

When Stephen meets Martin Hallam, rumors about their relationship begin circulating throughout London. First, describe how Stephen and Martin first met. What was the nature of their relationship? How did the neighborhood react to the budding relationship between these two teenagers? Then, explain how the relationship between Stephen and Martin ended. How did the relationship with Martin affect Stephen's views of herself and the gossip surrounding her?

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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